I suffered severe depression and mental disorder years ago as a teenage. Got diagnosed with ADHD. Spent my whole life fighting ADHD. Not until my wife recommended me to psilocybin mushrooms treatment. Psilocybin treatment saved my life honestly. 6 years totally clean. Never thought I would be saying this about mushrooms.
I'm so very happy for you, Psilocybin is absolutely amazing, the way it shows you things, the way it teaches you things. I can not believe our world and our people shows less interest about it's helpfulness to humanity. It's love. The mushrooms heals people by showing the truth, it would be so beneficial for so many people, especially politicians and the rich who have lost their way and every other persons out there.
Hey mates! Can you help with the source? I suffer severe anxiety, panic and depression and I usually take prescription medicine, but they don't always help. Where can I find those psilocybin mushrooms? I'm really interested in treating my mental health without Rxs. I live in Australia don't know much about these. I'm so glad they helped you. I can't wait to get them too. Really need a reliable source 🙏
YES very sure of Ali shroom. I have the same experience with anxiety, depression, PTSD and addiction and Mushrooms definitely made a huge huge difference to why am clean today.
Mushrooms are very medicinal. This is why anybody familiar with psilocybin and any other kind of fungi will tell you, "They are alive." They have a very ancient wisdom. To my experience, all mushrooms have always said, "Pay attention to your life. How you think, how you feel, and what will you do with the information that you always knew, but now are seeing in this point of view." This is why mushrooms are so respected in tribal cultures. This mental health treatment works for me too. Half micro doses do the trick for me. At least a few days at a time with lengthy time in between. Never addictive. Thank you for sharing this point!
I'm personally a concerta user and i 100% agree with the assesment that it causes me to be hyperfocus on small details, but its 10x better than being scatterbrained bc of my ADD
So relatable but the prob is sometimes I get locked in a state of hyper focus on random thing that was off my radar. I’m on a combination of concerta and strattera now to help fix this.
Hey Hidden ADD, the reason why it’s hard to explain the difference with Vyvanse and Adderall is because they’re different versions of the same drug. Vyvanse is extremely slow release Dextroamphetamine and Adderall is a mix between said Dextroamphetamine and levoamohetamine, with the latter being attributed to the “physical” part of the effects and greater side effects with crashing and sometimes mental state. Since Vyvanse is a prodrug, the Dextroamphetamine is actually inactive until it reaches a part of your digestive system that the lysine is bound to, thus making it non-abusable by means of other intake. That’s why it can take a while to work and also why it lasts longer than Adderall for most. Digestive systems do come into play here, but that’s what it was designed for.
I’ve tried all of them except for Adderall, Vyvanse felt the best by far, everything seemed more enjoyable, and focusing at work and studying seemed like watching a movie, my social abilities weren’t affected much, and I felt a increase in my self esteem. The only bad thing was the insomnia. Ritalin and concerta on the other hand made me feel weird, focusing on only one thing and ignoring the other stuff around, doing things on automatic, I also felt antisocial.
This is exactly how I feel on adderall I really need advice going through a lot and I’ve never had depression or anxiety and when I started adderall I got all of that plus what you are talking about
I just started Adderall xr 6 months ago. I needed this my whole life, it was rough the first month but now my body's use to it and I can eat and sleep easily. I'm 33, it really helped with my anxiet and self esteem.
@@honesteagle98 I appreciate the warning, that's good advise for anyone. Ive worked really hard to hydrate all day, I've had minor kidney stones before. I've also tried to eat healthier and sleep good, my mom was a hyggienest so I work hard at tooth care. I'll keep an eye on it.
I read a study on amphetamine if anyones wondering about the dextroamphetamine and levoamphetamine isomers. Amphetamine, like many drugs, is composed of 2 mirror image isomers L isomer and D isomer, the D being the much more potent isomer. Adderall is like a 3:1 ratio of the 2 amphetamine isomers. 3 parts D and 1 part L. The 1 part L isomer, although less potent, was found to potentiate and prolong the effects of the 3 parts D isomer.
I've been trying Concerta and it feels too mellow for me. Also my eyes can feel a bit blurry first few hours and Ì noticed slight headache It does help with focus quite a bit. Its the first one I've tried
I really thank you so much for this video! Considering ADHD, I usually don’t sit and watch any videos that’s over 5 minutes, but this really helped me! I’m still trying to get used to Adderall, and it’s been good up until I get home from school. Then, that’s when those mood swings and disorientated mental problems start flushing in. But, as long as I stay consistent, I believe it will work out. Thanks once again!!!
Very good quality on your channel. I am 31 and have an appointment next week to be evaluated for potential adhd. The more I research it, the more I feel like I've had it forever.
Thanks for the positive comments and great to have you on the channel! Yeah, it's amazing when the puzzle pieces start to line up and so many things in your life make sense. That was my experience with 15 years of failing after I got into Harvard - didn't make any sense until the diagnosis
@@HIDDENADHD Happy to have found an adult ADHD channel. I was just diagnosed last week at age 68 (much older than you) with Asperger's, ADHD, anxiety, and insomnia. This brand new to me doctor avoided prescribing anything for my extremely poor focus since I had sleep problems. I was sincerely hoping for something to finally help me focus, but nope. Which of the meds would you suggest if my doctor became open to the discussion? Thank you.
I was on Ritalin in grade school Adderall in middle and high school. Hate the stigma and my parents sold most of my med on the street. Tried all but one non stimulant treatment. Now starting coledine. Supposed to help with ADHD treatment in persons with anxiety.
For those of you who do not live in the US and are considering Concerta, inform yourself because i have been taking Concerta for almost a year now (Since before this video was pulsihed) and i started with a generic version which i obted out of later on. So, Concerta is definitely available as generic. Btw, i am i no means saying he is lying or that he didn’t inform himself, the generic version may very well be unavailable in the US or wherever this man lives, i live in Portugal so availability is probably different. :)
Concerta is great for me Also helps in gym however since I don't wake up early I take later and gives insomnia not even sleep meds work until after 12 hrs
I had and still have insomnia for years and anxiety symptoms so I was prescribed an SSRI (melatonin never worked). However, I did stop taking it because of the side effects. But I also have ADHD and my doctor recently prescribed me to Concerta. I haven't picked up the medication yet but my doctor said if I take it in the morning, then it will be much easier for me to fall asleep during the night. I am a bit wary but I am hoping that holds true because I heard Concerta causes insomnia in others.
@@madisonl.607 now that I'm used to it I sleep fine it doesn't affect my sleep. Took it this morning and slept for another 2 hours. Plz let me know if adderall is better
I am taking Adderall ir the issue is it’s starts great b But after the first week it peels down fast and the effects are gone. I’m scared to switch meds in case the new ones DOSENT work . I think my issue is that the effects don’t last much at all and I don’t want to go to a high dose
It's important to discuss your experiences and concerns with your healthcare provider or psychiatrist who can evaluate your situation and make appropriate recommendations. They may be able to adjust your dosage or explore alternative medications that could provide more sustained effects for you. It's crucial to work closely with a medical professional who can monitor your progress and help you find the most effective treatment option for your ADHD symptoms.
I will be starting my 3rd different treatment for ADHD soon. I started with Concerta, but it didn’t have any effects on my positively or negatively, we upped the dosage but It was like eating a sugar pill. My psychiatrist then started me on wilbutrin (usually used for depression but some doctors use it to treat ADHD) and it seemed to help with the overall emotional stability but did not contribute to the ADHD aspect. Now, I will be starting adderall. I’m hoping this will really help, I might be starting a new job soon as an analyst (work from home desk work) as opposed to working in very social environments. Your video definitely gave me a confidence booster when you mentioned at home desk work and flexibility on adderall. Thanks for the vid!
Have you tried adderall yet? I’m in the same boat with concerta, minus wibutrin. I also felt like I was taking sugar pills (honestly thought my doc was messing with me😂). My dr upped my prescription to 36mg and I noticed better focus, but I really want to try adderall since a lot of peoples experience with it have been the most noticeable, with the downsides of it being addictive.
@@kaytee7607 not who u asked but ill give u my thoughts lol - i also started on concerta and literally felt nothing at all. Went from 36 to 54mg and still nothing. I actually still have half a bottle lying around somewhere around here ill prob never use. I switched to Adderall XR, which is extended release adderall. It’s been much better! While it hasn’t been anything super amazingly different or life changing (still figuring out my right dose since its only been a month or so) but i can at least tell its in my body and does make things better. I suspect I’m going to need a higher dose after my next check in. Oh and no weird side effects on it (concerta either). And the extended release removed the risk for addiction for me. Good luck figuring out what works for you! It’s definitely harder than i thought it was going to be
@@conmon210 Just like Yamelsys, I also started XR. The immediate switch to adderall was something I could tell there was a difference from Wellbutrin and concerta. I started out at XR 10mg and over time we’d raise the dosage to 20, 30, and now 40. Around the 20-30 area I noticed that I could give myself the focus I needed on tasks but because of anxiety, I found myself always starting one thing and then switching to something else without ever finishing the last thing. It took a while for me to realize that and once I told my dr. we balanced it out with some anxiety medication. That’s when I started Pristiq. Ever sense, it’s become much easier on myself and started noticing the real benefits from it. I wouldn’t describe it as addictive, only because it’s XR and not something that kicks in at high gear all at once through short periods of time. I’ve actually forgotten to taken mine a couple times and I don’t even take it over the weekends. But I will say the days I forgot, the difference between being on adderall and not was very noticeable. My head would feel kinda blank, dull, hazey and it was really hard to think through it. So yeah, adderall has been the way to go for me now. My only problem is sometimes when I need another refill, here in Florida, they have strict laws on Amphetamines so they deny Dr’s the ability to write the prescription with refills and force them to have to write the actual prescription itself each time you need a refill. On top of that, once the pharmacy receives the prescription, they then have it on a 10 day waiting period until they can fill it. This would force me to either not take any at all to save myself some when I need it more or take half the prescribed amount to make due until I get my refill. Other than that though, it’s been great. If you don’t live in FL, then you should be lucky enough to not run into those issues
What would the dosage be? 50 years old here and my doctor started me off with 10 mg of Vyvanse. When I told him I wasn't noticing a difference he said if you don't at 10 you won't. Which makes no sense to me. So I doubled it yesterday by myself and I feel I had a more productive day. So confusing.
Hi Julie. Yeah your doctor is talking crap.. 10mg is a very small dose. Most people start on 20mg or even 30mg. I started on 20mg and didn't feel much. 30mg however, did work. It gives me more physical energy than great mental focus though. But everyone is different. Good luck!
@@junipercosmic6841 i second that reply: I’ve gone 20 > 30 > 50 > 70 of vyvanse over a few weeks. the effects are stronger with each dose, but focus-wise it aint really that helpful. When I first get my dose increased it works for a few days, maybe a week, but after that there’s not much usable focus. I tried a med holiday to see if that would help and no difference. The amount of amphetamines you can tolerate depends on how your body metabolises the drug, rather than age, weight etc. So for a doctor to say taking 10mg should have an effect and no higher dose would if 10 failed to is plain wrong - based on how the meds work as well as my anecdotal evidence. Hope yours saw sense eventually! I’m going to switch to the methylphenidate family to see if that focus is better and more sustainable. Bound to be something suitable for me… Thank you Aron for these comparisons, they’re very helpful!
You need a new doctor they’re talking nonsense with no medical evidence-all evidence is to the contrary. Never waste time and money on difficult doctors who deny you treatments you’re entitled to.
Only 10mg! I didn’t start to get any real benifits until 50mg. Started on 30 had no symptom relief then tried 40 and that only took the edge off my adhd then tried 50 and the difference was huge
I was on Adderall during a crucial growing period for my kids- adolescence. It took years to realize that while on Adderall, I became very calloused, not worrying about even my own children's feelings, which is the exact opposite of who I am. My kids are my world and God is my Center. I was often completely rude while on adderall but it may have had something to do with the combination of antidepressants too. I haven't been on anything for years so I have about 787 projects sitting around waiting to be finished. I'm thinking of trying a different medication.
My wife was that way toward my son and myself, very distanced and got to the point where we felt like strangers in our own home. We had to leave that situation to live on our own. I had heard Adderall can have that callousing affect over time and asked her to try another medication but she refused or to get other help. I hope you and your family have a better outcome.
Your dosing was to high 😊 my dose is sat at around 40mg ( elvanse / lisdex ) and Weight 119 kg, so Thats a very low dose, it works for around 8-10 hours so all my work hours and then it fade away, afterwords my adhd is back at full and I mean full blast!!! And I love it! I have tryed with higher dosing but its not good for me, i need to fell my self and my adhd every day, or i will become either a psycopat or depressed. I got some methylphenidate ( in usa i think its called ritalin - its short lasting 2-3 hours ) for when i really need to focus or get startet with a task do to the very low dose of vyvanse / elvanse. Its a perfect combination for me, and my job 😊 i am an entrepreurer with 3 companys and a "few" employes and, i can mange it all do to being well medicated. - vyvanse combined with ritalin has saved my life. My wife with ADHD and PTSD takes yvanse aswell just without the ritalin boster and is has saved her life too, she was just sitting and looking helpless into the wall every day and sleelping for over 12 hours a day before vyvanse, and Thats not healty for anyone.
Definitely worth trying a different medication but also possible to try a lower dose. American doctors in particular overdose patients a lot of the time by not first trialing low doses and just assuming you’ll function best with “more” even tho that can come with negatives like emotional blunting. Sometimes you only need a small dose to get the best results!
Your dose may have been too high. Even on my dose I get some emotional blunting, but NOT in a negative way. It just makes it so I don’t focus on small negative things, or I don’t over react on small matters. So it’s a pleasant feeling However, if I tripled my dose, I could def see it doing too much, and blunting my emotions about things that should matter I’d try a lower dose or maybe try Vyvanse. If you’re having focus issues and it’s bothering you, keep trying. Also be open to other diagnoses. ADHD has overlap with Bipolar, depression, anxiety, etc
I had bad reactions to ritalin in the 90's I think I was overdosed, and then it wore off and I was low. It was Brutal. I'm just now being slowly introduced to Vyvanse 10mg for a week, (currently) 20mg for a week, and I think I'm going to build to 30mg because it's seems very mild still. I'm not as focused as I feel I should be, but I am a little less distracted and confused at work. Hoping to get the right dose dialed but I'm not rushing. I don't have a ton of experience but people seem to think it's really good. I'm still a fair bit scatterbrained though.
Ive been on ritalin for a few months. Its just too short acting for me. I feel good for an hour or two then it's gone...I typically just spend my time hyperfocused on unproductive things like tik tok for 3 hours straight lol
When you are over 18 insurance does not cover adhd meds in South Africa. So I exercise like crazy and drink lots of water and coffee. Life is to be experimented with to see what works for you! Thanks for your vid!
I am hesitant to try any of the extended release versions because if there is one day when you wake up later you can't take the medication because it will interfere with sleep. The IR versions allow for flexibility. I am taking 20mg Adderall twice a day during the week. I don't believe anything I hear about one generic working better than the next.
I'm 30 and I got the diagnosis a few years ago. Got prescribed concerta, and I really wanted it to work. And it did in the very beginning, but the side effects were just unbearably bad for me. I couldn't eat, I lost so much weight that I got badly malnourished, I got really anxious and paranoid, and the crashes were horrible. Life was like having a 24/7 panic attack. Then after 2 horrible years trying different doses and versions of methylphenidate, I finally got switched to Vyvanse. The difference is like night and day. I actually feel calm and collected, the extra noise in my head gets turned down a bit so I can focus on a single thing at a time, I don't have that constant brain fog or fatigue anymore, and the effect stays stable for the whole day. And unlike Ritalin, this doesn't make me feel wired or like I'm "on medication", it just makes me feel more or less normal (or as close to neurotypical as possible) The downsides I've noticed are the long duration like you mentioned, low appetite (but not as low as methylphenidate), and moderately quick tolerance buildup. I'm on a 50mg dose, and on some days it feels like it works really well, and on some days it feels like I took a sugar pill. I really don't know how to bring that up with my doctor because of the lingering stigma on ADHD medication over here. I feel like 70mg would be too much as a full day dose, but 50 seems too little on some days. But overall it's made my life SO much better. I can keep my apartment clean, I can actually remember my appointments and responsibilities, and I can focus and actually get satisfaction from the things I do, even the dull ones like cleaning and doing laundry :) I was a complete mess for nearly 30 years, but this diagnosis and getting treatment has massively improved my life. I'm still learning how to live a normal life, but it's going well :)
HiYa I'm in the same boat (previous 30 yrs kinda a mess, getting better now). I'm no exp but maybe consider Staying at 50mg... Yet adding an IR booster (Adderall instant release). Pretty common strategy. I was dx 6 min ago. Only tried IR worked incredibly. But mostly stopped. Don't think it's tolerance, rather some cheap faulty generics. Getting it all worked out. My goal is effective dose, yet take breaks. So brain receptors (& heart) rest/refresh ...and med stays feeling strong
Everyone is different, but you should feel a difference right away. That feeling may lessen or grow the more you take it though. Congrats on getting started!
omg same i just got my prescription today, i will start taking it from tomorrow morning , i have never heard of adderall, and they just started selling it in my country literally a month ago so i always had to use concerta, and its done okay for a drug that is the only one
Do you have trouble sleeping? Or do you sleep and wake up still feeling the effects of the 24 pill you took ? I’m trying to find my balance with all of these. Thank you 😊
I have to say I'm on Vyvanse and it's my favorite. I don't want to feel high during the day and with other stimulants I find there's more of a dopamine euphoric effect, where as Vyvanse just seems like I'm more focused all day, and it doesn't increase my anxiety
I've only tried Ritalin and found it SO horrible I couldn't deal with it for more than a few days! There was NO focus, NO motivation, extra apathy, intense lethargy, and certainly no euphoria! Just even worse depression than usual!
What dosage of Vyvanse works best for you? I’m on a very low dose and feel it does more harm than good (I experience a crash get super cranky, irritable, and tired anxiety depression etc. in the afternoon) I believe I need to go up on the dosage.
@@ladybaabaa3294 interesting. Ritalin for me triggered me out of my long-term apathy and gave me a mid-life crisis. I ended up better by it, being able to regain some semblance of feelings. Now if only I could feel the passion to go through my work days like how my coworkers present themselves. But whenever I crashed from ritalin during the work day it made things worse. I only get 3 hours out of it. So I decided take a bigger dose on the morning, and maintain it with less doses in shorter period times.
I’m on vyvanse and adderall IR I take around 6-8 hrs later. I have temporarily taken Ritalin and concerta in the past. Concerta did not help at all. I swear the generic one does not work. Ritalin is potent but it’s annoying to pop pills 3 times a day. Ritalin makes my ocd and anxiety worse.
I just started adderal after thinking I was just stupid and I don’t know how it could get any better, I became super productive just by being able to focus.
i have this theory that when I have a drink of something with citreous (for example orange juice) within an hour of dosing, i dont feel the vyvance. has anyone else noticed this or had a similar experience? maybe im making a connection where there doesnt need to be one but im experimenting with it to test my theory.
Yup, it’s true! I always avoid citric acid or anything with vitamin C around when I take my meds. It can be super annoying sometimes, so I just take it on an empty stomach or eat Cheerios 😭
Amphetamines don’t work as well if the pH of your stomach acid is too low when you take it. A lot of people take a antacid or drink alkaline water a few minutes before taking their pill so they don’t have to worry about this happening.
@N S I saw that- it’s so stupid. I feel like they arbitrarily through that recommendation since they needed an alternative to mixing it with yogurt because not everyone can eat dairy
vyvanse isn't extended release adderall. it works differently in your system. I just switched (in the last year) from IR adderall, to vyvanse, and then to XR adderall. Vyvanse must go through a chemical change in your body before it becomes an effective amphetamine. XR adderall is normal adderall that is time released by using tiny beads that dissolve at different rates. if you have issues metabolizing things, or are lacking in the chemicals necessary to convert vyvanse to amphetamine, then vyvanse may not be as effective as adderall XR. vyvanse was milder than adderall in my experience. adderall causes more physical symptoms similar to anxiety. Adderall helped more with executive function. vyvanse rarely gave me enough will to actually move from thinking about something to DOING that something.
In terms of productivity I got the most success with Vyvanse but I'm sure it won't work as well if I were to try it again. Reaching near max dose Adderall XR, brand is better than generic.
I appreciate the effort and insights. For those not familiar, I would caution that this may be overgeneralizing and I would wager that adjusting the dosage could make any of these drugs appear in a way that you described for the others.
Hello hidden ADHD, i've been prescribed Adderall XR. About how long does it take to actually get out of my depression after 1st beginning the meds? I was prescribed 15 mg at the beginning I didn't feel any relief. My Dr just doubled the dose.
Does anyone have history with Dexamphetamine/Dexedrine? I take 30 mg twice daily. 60 mg daily is the highest dose that can be ordered. This highest dose is typically for narcolepsy. This med is 1 of the two drugs that make up Adderall. Adderall just didn't help and I maxed out on dose. My adult ADHD is pretty bad. I am a nurse and wasn't diagnosed until 35. It's a hard career when your memory, hustle and concentration are slowly evaporating. After medication therapy it's noticably better, but I know now it will never be enough.
I'd highly suggest concerta, or whatever form of concerta is extended-release throughout the day. I am an adult as well, and I have ADD. I was on concerta for years. It helped me focus tremendously, and in your case, and for your profession, I would highly suggest it above everything else. From the impression I got from your comment, it seems to be the best choice for you in my opinion. I was first diagnosed in early high school, and concerta managed to pull me out of a rut. It helped me make myself a successful and confident student. I am 6'7 with a high metabolism, and I took about 35 mg once a day; via one tablet and cup of water each morning. It worked great. PLEASE be cautious however; I am aware that you are a nurse, so you should know that experimenting with dosages is a slippery slope. Concerta and Adderall are two very different prescriptions. One problem I had with concerta, was how tired I felt mentally after its effects wore off. It became difficult to socialize with peers and family like I used to, because of how drained I felt. Definitely not a deal-breaker, nor was it the worst thing in the world. Just a notable negative for me. Felt a bit like your brain had a hard mental workout session. But no migraines or headaches or anything close to side effects like those whatsoever. Just a bit of fatigue. As of current, I am taking the extended-release form of Adderall. I started on it about a year ago, and similarly, with you, it just doesn't do it for me. I've been gradually increasing doses in referral with my doctor, and at this point, I am thinking about just returning to all-day concerta again. One more thing I will say about concerta. As mentioned in the video, it can make social interaction, and drawing on creativity very difficult. I am a student in the field of Psychology, and this is primarily the reason I chose to switch to Adderall. Not because of a lack of focus, but because I sometimes felt like a different "me" when I took concerta. A more focused, and absorbant me rose to the top; while the creative, extroverted, outgoing, social, and impulsive me seemed to be buried somewhere underneath. The majority of my work will involve critical analysis, clinical interaction, and a whole lot of reading and writing. Concerta definitely helped with the reading aspect, but actually seemed to hinder my writing a bit. I found it difficult to draw from my extensive vocabulary while writing academically, or on the spot. This may have to do with the whole "creativity" side of things. I often found myself before exam days, where I knew the test would be mostly writing, actually skipping concerta, so I could have my full creative mobility. However, Crystal in your line of work, I doubt this would be an issue. That is why I highly suggest Concerta for you. Although it may be a very different case for you in practice. Everyone's experience will inevitably be different. As the patient, however, it is our decision to inform ourselves, and our physicians what side-effects we can tolerate, and which ones we cannot. This is primarily the reason why I've been looking at these videos recently. Just to truly help me decide if I should try to stick with Adderall; which keeps me mentally sharp/active, along with decent focus, while I still remain "me". Or, if I should return to concerta and swallow some of the personal trade-offs I'd found over time, for the almost night and day difference in focus, and information retention. That's all I got for ya Crystal, a bit long-winded perhaps. My apologies. Alas, such is the dilemma of a writer at heart ... lol. Hope this helps!
@@SsNoir Oh my goodness please please reply to me! I would love a long winded reply haha. So I’ve just been diagnosed, I work from home and am creative (I’m a musician writer and do social media) and my primary needs are to be able to START doing what I need to do instead of procrastinating all day. I need to do a lot of creative tasks (writing music and scripts, talking to an audience) but also a lot of mundane (sending things off, researching, editing which sounds creative but I find it technical and frustrating and a huge long task). Which meds to do you think would be better for someone who struggles to start tasks, struggles to switch tasks, stuggles to maintain focus on one task instead of getting distracted bored ir frustrated, and the most important one…struggles to maintain focus for long enough to achieve a larger goal. But still able to be creative? Thanks
@@simsthre4078 music I think is a more intuitive avenue. In terms of music creativity etc. Theory and other music associated activities come much easier so Adderall is something I’d intuitively suggest. However, based on your comment it seems like getting things started, following through, and maintaining productivity sound like your main issues. In this case, I think concerta would be your best bet. Of course don’t forget that the medication isn’t going to make you do the actual work. That’s the hard part, and it’s all on you. That will never change, and it’s the struggle with ADHD. It takes time to know yourself, and your bad habits and to snuff them out before they consume you. That’s extremely important. In terms of getting distracted etc concerts definitely helps you focus on the task at hand and really makes it easy to focus unwavered for extended periods of time. Adderall more so keeps you in a heightened state of arousal for a long period of time which can help with staying attentive, and picking up, learning, executing, and mastering much easier. It sounds to me like you might need a little bit of organization in your life aside from the medicine. The medicine is only the crutches for your impairment if it’s diagnosed. You still have to walk on your own no matter what. My best advice would be to talk to your doctor about extended release concerta (methylphenidate) and go from there. It should help almost entirely with getting distracted and staying on task. It helps tremendously with mundane tedious tasks and busy work. Makes it very executable. Fair warning though, if you allow yourself to get distracted with other tasks while in concerta or adderall, be warned that they might consume your attention for MUCH longer than getting distracted normally would without. I’ve found that I can get into the zone without distractions much easier while on concerta. Like I said it’s a slippery slope and everyone’s different. Just a remember at the end of the day what does the work is you, not the medicine. It might be difficult to stay focused, but your biggest key will be to know yourself and to stay organized. Good luck!
So which one last longer for your adderal or vayvanse and did you take both vayne and adderal as substitute for lasting the whole day which one for hyper focus
Vyvanse works for me, but doesn’t last nearly long enough. Even on 70mg daily it lasted only ~8 hours, and even then can get too intense on certain days. I think it’s time to try something else
8 hours is a decent length for an active effect of a stimulant. You probably won't find anything longer than that, but what you can do is take the Vyvanse with a high fat meal to delay its Tmax by an hour or so.
@@robin1418 oh i agree. Eight hours is okay, if it were prescribed twice daily for those who need all day coverage. But it being marketed as a once daily medication is just not the case for a lot of people. Some don’t want or don’t feel the need to be medicated all day, and that’s fine. But if your schedule is 5a-7pm busy consistently, I don’t think Vyvanse once a day will fit well with you, except maybe in slowly metabolizing individuals. Enzymes in RBC’s cleave lysine, so chances are if your blood cell count is high (like me) and you consume a lot of amino acids (like me), I feel like Vyvanse hits really hard for a short period and then slowly disappears. No real comedown for me though; I think Strattera helps to mask that.
I hated Vyvanse. It made me feel so off and it made my focus noticeably worse. Adderall XR though has been a whole different story. I've been on it for a little while and it's been awesome. I'm learning how to code and Adderall has made learning Java so fun and effective. I'm only on 5mg yet it keeps me wired and focused (for the most part) for 12+ hours. No anxiety, just a calm but very prominent energy!
It’s so strange how these drugs affect everyone so differently. I can’t stand Adderall XR … makes me spaced out and unable to eat anything. Simply switching to Adderall IR worked perfectly. It wasn’t even a different drug, just a different version of it.
@@messybuttons7525 It is really strange. It all has to do with the presence of enzymes in digestion. There are some very expensive tests for these enzymes that can help predict reactions. Otherwise it's so different for everyone.
@@ilikepingpong Id be interested in getting these tests. I have never done well with any extended release medication, and always gone for more short acting. IR adderall will “stack” for me, so the later in day it gets and the more IR doses I take … the stronger it feels even after the previous dose has worn off. Where as I have a friend who takes XR multiple times a day because it wears off fast
Consulting with a healthcare professional who specializes in ADHD can help you find the right medication and dosage based on your unique needs and body chemistry. Good luck on your journey!
Hi. I found you on tiktok. I was diagnosed a few months ago, at 57. A couple of months later I turned 58 and started my first rx of adderall xr, 15mg. After a couple of days I couldn't tell I took it but continued daily as prescribed until last month at my follow up appointment. I was put on 25mg xr salts. My heart is racing, so when it gets bad I stop a few days and restart. Last night, it got very bad, was sick and was hurting. So I stopped my medication until I talk with my Dr. Next week. I have no major health issues, no heart issues. Do the non- stimulants work as well? Its just frustrating because other than these side effects, it worked great.
I was diagnosed with ADHD just today. All because of your videos I could figure out that I might have it. It's such a relief now I have a hope that I might live normal life finally! Thank you so much!
I take adderall xr which lasts about 8 hrs, and a smaller dose of ir as needed. I have a repetitive manual labor outdoor job that I'm suffering burn-out from. The adderall has helped me stay motivated to keep going, before medication I would find myself getting distracted constantly and wasting time. I'm in the process of getting a corporate desk job, which will be a shock to my system after being outside for 10 years. I'm interested to see how my ADHD responds. I may have to switch to Ritalin.
I'm starting the generic ritalin today and I'm so nervous. Afraid I'll feel jittery and then once it's done, crash. I am hopeful though that it will help give me the boost I need to focus on school and housework.
I'm currently on 30mg Elvanse (Vyvanse in the US). I'm finding the positive benefits life changing, such as decreased impulsivity, decreased hyperfixations and increased executive function. However, I'm finding that I feel "wobbly", anxious and that my emotional stability is not as good as it was pre-medication. So I'm wary of changing medication, because the positives are huge for me, but the negatives are really unpleasant.
Everyone is so different, my son is less social while on his concerta while I am emotionally MORE stable on my vyvanse. Talk to your doc, they have a the experience of many people
@@simsthre4078 my vyvanse experience is that they really are only useful for a little additional focus, but unfortunately zero for energy or motivation. Ive gone from 20 to 30 to 50 to 70 over a few weeks. Going to switch to methylphenidate family to see if it has more of an energy effect and better focus. Sounds like it may do based on anecdotal evidence, but as we’re all different it may not for me! The only way to know is try each med and work with your prescriber to increase dose as quickly as they’re prepared to and per your comfort levels…
I've been taking concerta 18mg for 3 weeks and am a week into upping my dose to 36mg. I don't feel any effects on the 36mg as I did on the 18mg, except that I feel a little less sleepy during the day and have a little more energy. The problem is that I am experiencing severe dry mouth and loss of appetite, irritability and lethargy in the evenings, and although I have energy at school, on the weekends I feel the same lethargy as before the medication, procrastinating on things I should be doing and just lying around and looking at my phone. Is this medication not working for me? Will I get better if I increase the dose? If there are a couple of you out there who have had the same experience as me, I'd love to know how you got better
A little over a month for me. I’m on 56mg + 32mg later in the day and i’m still having the exact same experience as you. Did you end up trying sonething else?
Newly diagnosed at 44😳 my Dr titrated me on Adderall. I feel like she let me get to high in mg. I was loosing my shit! Starting Concerta in the morning. For anyone that has taken Adderall, what was your perfect dose that you took each time? Also, what should be the starting dose for Concerta? I don’t trust the process that she is doing. I actually believe that she overdosed me on Adderall
15mg for my 6ft 175lb frame. I didn't have an Rx, but I needed to do extremely well on a final exam just to pass a class. I was able to get ahold of some 30mg pills with 9 days left to study. The first 3 days I took a whole pill each but felt like I was eventually too wired, so I didn't take any on day 4 and proceeded to take half a pill first thing in the morning the rest of the days. I aced the final and have an appointment scheduled with a provider for a proper diagnosis because I've never been able to focus like that in. my. life.
I’m on adderall IR and 10 mg at once is too intense for me. I have to cut them in half. I’m 5 foot 7 - average weight. Not overweight. So I take a total of 15 mg a day and it works. So yes, it’s possible you may have had too high of a dose. Everybody is different.
I remember when i was 12 I had severe ADHD and depression . My grades were horrible, i would get irritated from the slightest thing, (from what it seemed like) trapped in my head, and i would constantly get distracted by the littlest things. etc. One day, my mom went to go take a look at my grades and saw that I had an F in every single class of mine. My mom was really concerned and asked me about it. “Are you getting distracted?” “Are you getting enough sleep?” “Are you not turning things in?” or “Is it my fault for not checking up on you constantly?” To me at that age, I could talk to my Mom about almost everything. So I told her that I was getting distracted, barely any sleep, getting extremely agitated when I wouldn’t solve a math problem correctly, and finding myself zoning out. (trapped in my head)… As soon as I spilled everything out to my mom, I could tell she was devastated. I was only 12. A few days later she asked me if I wanted to get tested for ADHD. My mom has ADHD herself and noticed a lot of symptoms I was having, she had herself. She told me that if I did have ADHD, my doctor would prescribe medications for me so I would feel better. Of course I agreed to it because I wanted to be at peace, raise my grades, and keep my phone 😂 (because of how horrible my grades were)… That said, a few weeks after I agreed to the testing, my mom had scheduled an appointment for my testing. To be honest, I was a little nervous at first because, No.1, I didn’t know how they were going to test me. And No.2, I didn’t know who the person testing me was nor how they were going treat me. My mom reassured me that everything would be just fine and I had absolutely nothing to be afraid of. Once the day of the testing came, I was pulled out of school in the middle of math class. My mom and I drove an hour to the place. And believe me, that whole car ride was terrifying. We were greeted by a little old woman as soon as we stepped in the building. After a long and boring conversation with my mom, I followed the woman down a hallway into a tiny little room that looked like an office. I had taken a seat in a chair that was facing her desk. She explained to me exactly what we were going to do and it won’t be as bad as I thought it would be. A few moments after that, the testing had begun. She had all sorts of puzzles and packets that I had to solve/fill out. The puzzles were extremely easy. But, the packets were a whole different story. Letters and shapes were moving around all over the place. My stress level was extremely high and I eventually gave up on one of the problems. She would read problems that were my grade level out of a little book. I had to sit in that room for 3 hours! As soon as we finished, I had to go into a little room and press a button as soon as a little dot on the computer screen would move. A few weeks after the appointment, my mom got a phone call saying that I did indeed have ADHD. But not any old normal case of ADHD.. severe. The next morning, my mom and I drove to our doctors office. My doctor was telling me all sorts of things about what type medication fit me and what was best for me. My mom and doctor eventually settled on Concerta. I was also diagnosed with severe depression a few months prior to that appointment. So now, I was taking some sort of anti-depressant (That I don’t remember the name of,) and concerta. When I first got diagnosed with ADHD, I was only taking a 5 mg tablet every other day. The first few months of taking a 5 mg tablet of concerta, I was doing just fine. I had no negative side affects. For example, being nauseous, extreme headaches, or loss of appetite. But on the other hand, I didn’t feel any affect at all. Again, I was only 12. So I thought I would get results overnight 😂 Some months passed and I had another appointment about my medication. My doctor was asking me all sorts of questions like, “How are you feeling?” “Have you noticed any changes since you started it?” or “How are you treating people around you? Family, friends, teachers, etc.” Once again, I had noticed no changes in my behavior, or listening skills. So, my doctor upgraded my dose from 5 mg, to 15 mg. So a little while after I started to take a 15 mg tablet, I noticed improvement right away. I was a lot more friendlier, outgoing, and focused. But most of all, my grades improved by A LOT. I felt happy. I felt okay. I felt good. But, things started to go downhill once my ex boyfriend and I broke up. I was so depressed. I had no motivation. I was exhausted. I was angry. But most of all, I was heartbroken. That’s when things started to go downhill for me. A few months after I had turned 13, I wanted to see what it felt like if I took more than 1 tablet. My thoughts were, “Take 10 of them. You’ll feel good.” “It’s just for fun, you’re allowed to be curious.” or “I’m sure nothing will go wrong.” But I was so wrong about that. One morning, I had decided to take 10x the amount of what I was supposed to take. I felt fine at first, so I headed off to middle school. I was doing just fine in math class, until it kicked in. I was anxious, my heartbeat was very fast, and my vision would randomly get blurry. But at the time, it felt amazing. Taking too much started to only take place once a week. Then it turned into every other day. But it eventually got me, I was taking 10 tablets everyday. One morning, I had done the usual. I would pretend to reach up for my normal amount of medication, but instead I would take 10 tablets out of the bottle. But as I was doing that, I felt my heart DROP. I ran out. I had used all of them. I was horrified. What if my mom or dad already found out they’re all gone? What am I going to do? I’m dead. My mom had always been the one to refill my medication container every week so I was sure she already noticed. A few days later my mom approached me and said “Well, it seems we used up all of your concerta. We’ll have to wait until I need to pick up your next prescription.” I was extremely relieved, but I learned my lesson. If I was going to keep taking too much of my meds, my parents would eventually notice a pattern of them running out way too fast, and I would be in big trouble. Please please please do not take more than you are supposed to. You could end up in serious trouble in the end. So that was my story!:) Hope you enjoyed.
Kids in particular should NOT be left in charge of their adhd medications as an overdose is a very real threat to one’s safety. These are heavily controlled medications for a reason, I’m surprised your mother wasn’t more serious in explaining why it was dangerous rather than the indirect punishment of denying you a refill if your script. More importantly tho your doctor should have discussed it before giving you access to meds in the first place, to try and prevent naive experiments, especially since you were just a kid and newly diagnosed! ADHD unfortunately puts us at high risk of addiction and substance abuse. Which is why certain meds are safer options for those of us prone to abusing them impulsively like you described. Having the “need” to do it is also a sign the medication choice or dose is ineffectual, so anyone who experiences what you described should be heading back to their doctor to update their prescription to something else, rather than risking harming themselves via self medicating with doses you weren’t given approval to take.
I work with people all day doing assessments, writing case notes, meetings, phone calls, number and constantly needing to be on the ball for anything to happen 9 hours a day.Vyvance seems to make me want to always keeping busy, always be doing something and getting tasks done on time. I was stress ball who couldn’t focus and always needing to be talking to coworkers, looking for an excuse not to be at my desk
I'm on Concentra, just figuring out my dosage. Amphetamines show that could be addictive and possibly make you dependant, there are also research that you will age faster so I'm reluctant to try Vyvance until I try the other options first.
Adderall and vyvanse is not the same. Adderall is a mixture of amphetamine salts. Vyvanse is just Dextroamphetamine. Typically it’s less physically stimulating compared to adderall and usually has less side effects because it’s only 1 type of amphetamine and has a more gradual effect.
Thank you for the wonderful video. Do you take different medication based on the event that you are facing? I don’t know if I have to use one ADHD medication at a time or it’s okay to use different short release med during the day in a different time? I agree with you that each medication is doing something different. Vyvanse makes me relax and more open to talk to people. Concerta makes me focus and able to do the hard boring ugly work that I usually avoid. In my sort experience with adhd medications I feel like I cannot rely on one medication only and this is the first time I hear that it’s possible to mix those meds. Please let me know what you do so then I can suggest the idea of using different meds to my psychiatrist.
Hi Mohsin! My psychiatrist prescribed me 30mg vyvanse with 10mg instant-release ritalin per day. I take the vyvanse right when I wake up, and then I have the option to take to ritalin as needed (I get the prescription with 5mg ritalin tablets so can divide them or take them whole).
Methylphenidate can potentially have an inhibitory effect on amphetamine if taken before it - it's due to the nature of dopamine reuptake inhibitors (eg MPH) vs dopamine releasers (eg amphetamines), though I'm not qualified say exactly how or why this is the case. I've just noticed (as well as quite a large amount of other anecdotal experiences online) that when methylphenidate is taken a few hours _after_ the peak of amphetamine, the overall effect (and total duration of therapeutic effects) of the two drugs seems to be greater, as well as more consistent & reliable.
Crash wasn't too bad for me, nor were withdrawals. As far as side effects: varying levels of appetite suppression and irritability. I've just released some deeper-dive videos that detail my experience with vyvanse/elvanse and adderall, if you want more color.
Ritalin I think is the best overall, short acting and intense focus, it lets you know when you’re coming down and for me, that was my que to put everything down, drink a lot of water, walk around then take a nap. It got me through chemical engineering and I was NO where near being a math prodigy, im still not, but what the drug help me do was get the information into my head more consistently enough to build a gradual mastery of the material vs the average student who is miserable and forcing themselves to focus.
Same for me but compsci. My only issue is that Ritalin crashes are starting to get worse whilst the effectiveness diminishes slowly. Any solution besides just upping the dose?
It's important to talk to your doctor about any concerns with medication effectiveness and crashes. They may be able to adjust your dosage or recommend a different medication to help manage your symptoms. In addition, lifestyle changes like getting enough sleep, eating a balanced diet, and practicing stress-reducing activities like exercise and mindfulness can also improve overall symptom management.
@@satepestage3599 what I did was actually taper my dosage, vs upping it, I’m already super sensitive to the medication, so 10 mg initially was enough for me, without giving me huge migraines. It allowed my body to cycle out the accumulated drug in my system without giving me withdrawals, I went from 10mg to 2.5, the lower dosage actually helped more than the higher dosage because I wasn’t “locked in” & could easily break away to multitask. But still, talk to your doctor about it, in my experience, less is more when you’re talking stimulants, just remember these things have killed people, get a full physical & kidney/liver function test annually on this medication.
Thank you for sharing your experience! And yes, you are right that consulting your doctor is important to be aware of the risks associated with any medication and to be safe.
hello sir, i have been taking Methylphenidate and it gave me anxiety, my doctor has recently been prescribed me with vyvanse, will it help suppress anxiety and depersonalisation disorder
I have a question? I take adderall 10mg 2X a day maybe 3 if needed but it makes me serious and a little paranoid. It helps me study and It can gives me energy which I like... I do not like that it changes my bubbly personality so I was wondering about Vynanse? Does Vyvnase give the same energy as adderall? I would like to try Vyvnase but if it make me feel sluggish then I can just manage the adderall... summer time is coming and I need that bike energy lol does anyone ever put adderall in food maybe that would less-in some of the side effects of me being so serious on it? any thought or reviews from people???
i have ADHD and i have concerta,but 3 years ago when i first started taking concerta about 3 days later i lost a huge amount of weight and i weighed 47kg before i started taking concerta and 3 days after i started havin them i weighed 27. and now i weigh 35 but i find it so hard to put weight on so pls if you could give me some advice it would mean alot . (i eat the most in my family and i rarely put weight on)
I have been on vyvanse for just over two full months and it is the greatest for my type. I basically had every symptom Aaron says in the hidden add explanation vid. Thanks Aaron for making these videos you have saved my second marriage from turning into my first!
How’s it going with Vyvanse? I’m just about to switch too. Concerta made me antisocial, I wanted to crawl out of my skin everytime I was near people. I love to socialize, so being boring and dull was so crappy. Being unmedicated is a special kind of crappiness, though!
Why, on a video about adhd, do you put extraneous noises in the video that aren’t required, like whooshing noises? This distracts from being able to listen to the video. Why do you think that putting distracting noises in the video is a good idea?
I was prescribed Adderall last week, and I now I'm consulting my doctor again. Adderall XR has given me chest pains and heart palpitations, as well as sleep disruption. I had a doctor check me out and said my heart was fine, but it's still not fun, and quite distressing. Fingers crossed for Concerta.
Each individual responds differently to medications, so finding the right one that balances effectiveness and tolerability is key. Keep working closely with your doctor to explore your options and find a solution that works well for you. How's your experience with Concerta this time?
@@HIDDENADHD It didn't seem to do anything besides raise my BP, even after having the dosages raised. So we briefly tried Vyvanse, but that ended up having the same problems with my heart as adderall. Now i'm on generic ritalin for an instant release. Still seeing how this is playing out.
I am anxiously awaiting 2023 bc I heard that vyvanse will go down in price, anyone know if there is truth in that? Now that i am in peri-menopause, my adhd is worsening and I literally cannot manage my business without vyvanse
Ugh, I can so relate about hormonal changes making things worse - it's why I recently got screened for ADHD and was diagnosed. And yes, someone mentioned that it would become available as a generic in 2023. Hope so!
I’d love to listen to more than two minutes of this important video. The background music got me so distracted and I had to start over several times to understand what was said. Is there a version without music? And with subtitles? I know it’s a big ask, I’m just very interested in what you have to say. If you can’t tell already, I’m recently diagnosed but have not found the meds that work for me yet ☺️
Hi Anne, thank you for your comment. Sorry the music was distracting. I don't currently have a version without music but will consider your feedback when making content in the future. :)
I don't want take medication and worry what it will do to me long term. Anyone successful without it? Seems like everyone is taking it without much thought.
Everyone’s body chemistry reacts differently to these medications. This is what worked for you, but it cannot be assumed it will be the same for everyone else.
Hello, I had been taking adderall xr 10mg for about 6 weeks and it definitely calmed me down and improved my focus to an extent, but it wasn’t the locked in focus i think I needed. Another issue I had was it took FOREVER to kick in. My doctor recently put me on 15 mg of adderall xr but I am having the same problems. I want to try a 15 mg dose of adderall instant release but instead of taking it once in the morning, I want to break the medication on the score and take half in the morning and half in the afternoon. Do you think this is a good plan and how do I talk to my doctor regarding this change in your personally experience? It is a bit awkward for me because since I am only 15 years old I might come off as med-seeking. Any help would be very much appreciated!
It's important to have an open and honest conversation with your doctor about your concerns and experiences with the medication. Explain to them that you've been experiencing the same issues with the XR formulation and would like to explore the possibility of trying the instant release version with a split dose. It's important to approach the conversation with a focus on your symptoms and how they are impacting your daily life, rather than appearing solely focused on medication adjustments. Your doctor should consider your input and work with you to find the most effective treatment plan for your needs. Remember, it's their role to help you find the best solution, so don't hesitate to communicate your thoughts and concerns.
Thank you! Just started meds 2 weeks ago. This was great information. Wondering what you do when you feel the first dose of the xr wearing off. Tried methylphenidate CD today. Felt great for 4 hrs now I am tired...so hard to get real life feedback from others.
Hi LB - thanks so much for stopping by! I observe how many hours it takes for the medication to start wearing off. (So, in your example, it sounds like 4 hours.) If I want to maintain that level of focus, I'll time an instant release dose at least 30 minutes before it starts wearing off.
i have ADHD and im Bi polar, i took ritalin when i was a child at age 9 or 10, and it was like crystal meth to me and made me run up and down the hallways. im 41 now, and throughout my entire life i have taken a lot of different drugs for ADHD, but due to me being Bi polar sometimes the drugs have the opposite effect on me and they do not help my ADHD. i have taken Zoloft, Zyprexa, Wellbutrin, Depakote, Cymbalta, and 2 others i forget the names, but now im on Seroquel and have been on that for 10+ years and i hate it. im always depressed and dont feel like doing anything at all. I tried Latuda but that also had bad side effects for me .....really bad side effects. so now im back on Seroquel and no peace in sight. Latuda gave me suicidal ideation.
I'm a Data/AI Consultant. I have 2 hours of meetings per day and then generally need to code 4-8 hours a day. The Coding is a blend of "creating problem solving figure out unknowns" (data/ML work) and attention to detail non-creative writing code for APIs stuff. Do you have a recommendation for that? My Doctor [PCP] gave me "amphetamine salts" -- although I feel it's "not enough"... but I am only back on it for 3 days now. I take 10mg in the morning immediately upon waking up. 10mg again at Noon. I remember trying Vyvanse and feeling like I had a vice on my head... is that the "focus" feel you mention here for Ritalin? I want to say I had some dry mouth (dry lips) with that as well. But your mention of it in the content you did has me curious to try again. Do you have any comments on a PCP vs a Psychiatrist prescribing it? My PCP doesn't really know much about it, I had been diagnosed as a kid, teen, college kid, and adult -- so had a history of meds could show, so it was an easy prescription.
I've used IR Adderall for about a year and it's worked great until recently when I started getting neck tension while under its effects. May switch to IR Ritalin but I'm worried it won't be as strong.
@@laubowiebass have u started 18mg concerta ? im on it, but feel I need higher dose. Not much side effects but doesnt seem to vastly help with executive dysfunction.
@@iLastStar I took it once ( coming from 30mg Vyvanse ) and all I had was side effects , tired , chest pain , and NO therapeutic results . I went back to Vyvanse, will see my doctor soon .
@@laubowiebass I'm on 18 I feel tho that I made need to switch to Ritalin because for me the medicine lasts like 12 hours. From 6 am to 6 pm which I don't need in the evenings
I have anxiety, and also want to avoid insomnia. Which one would have the least effect on these issues? I’ve tried quick release Adderall and it was exactly as he described, like coffee with an extra dose of focus. I’m a lightweight so it lasted a long time. I work a repetitive, uninteresting desk job…at home which doesn’t help, lol. Sometimes I have emails which I need to think about a little more deeply.
I wish our insurance wasn't so god-awful in how much it charges for Jornay PM. I feel like my son (and family) would greatly benefit from it. Mornings with him are a chicken-and-egg situation where he needs to take his medicine to help him regulate his ADHD (very much with the H), but it's hard for him to take his medicine until he's already regulated.
@@HIDDENADHD Have you tried Metadate CD? That's what my son is using (in combination with guanfacine aka Intuniv), and our co-pay has always been in the $30 range. For the generic version of it (methylphenidate CD ER). Not great, but not the horrible hundreds that Jornay PM would have cost us. Metadate seems very close to Concerta. I wonder if there'd be a price difference for you.
It's great that you're exploring new opportunities and learning new skills. As for suggestions, make sure to take breaks and move around throughout the day to avoid sitting for too long. Also, consider setting up a workspace that promotes good posture and ergonomics. It's important to prioritize self-care, including physical activity and stress management, while pursuing new ventures. Best of luck with your trading journey!
after a few years of trying to get diagnosed, i’m finally on vyvanse. i’ve been on it for 3ish months. its the only stimulant i’ve taken, i was on strattera & quelbree for abt a month and neither worked. i’m on 40mg & it’s still not lasting long enough, usually about 5hrs. i’m in college right now & one of my days is sitting in a class room for 6 hours. then, i have to worry about homework and studying. my dr said if i felt like i still needed to up the dose we should switch to adderall & do 2 doses. my only hesitation was that i can’t go back to being on a low dose right now, over summer i can. so, THANK YOU for bringing up the rescue dose. i’m getting a refill today so i’m going to bring this up with my doctor.
Throw vyvanse in the garbage. Trust me, I was on it from July 2007 - March 2020. It took so much away from me. It was fun, but it destroys your skin, your teeth, your nails, and it makes you tired in a short period
@@honesteagle98 i ended up being prescribed adderall 2 20mgs ir (it’s about to be my 3rd month on it) and it’s so much better than vyvanse. i can split up my doses and adjust as needed. i go to a general doctor in FL and they wouldn’t let me take both but i’m very happy with my decision. i personally didn’t see any differences in my skin or anything but i was only on it for 3 months & you were on it for a long time lol. i’ve always had a hard time sleeping but vyvanse helped & so does adderall! vyvanse is supposed to last 12hrs but that’s bs, i did notice that after the first 3-5hrs i’d get unmotivated and tired. they say adderall is more of an up & down and that you can feel bad once its worn off but i don’t really notice anything. i’m not sure if you’ve tried it but i definitely recommend it. thank you for your advice!!
@@honesteagle98 wait what? I’ve never heard that. That’s terrible! So are you taking anything now and if not are you managing OK? Oh are you the one that said take tyrosine and tryptophan? Does that work?
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No difference between long acting and short acting adderall ? What about XR Methylphenidate XR (12 hrs, generic , is that same as concerta ?).
I suffered severe depression and mental disorder years ago as a teenage. Got diagnosed with ADHD. Spent my whole life fighting ADHD. Not until my wife recommended me to psilocybin mushrooms treatment. Psilocybin treatment saved my life honestly. 6 years totally clean. Never thought I would be saying this about mushrooms.
I'm so very happy for you, Psilocybin is absolutely amazing, the way it shows you things, the way it teaches you things. I can not believe our world and our people shows less interest about it's helpfulness to humanity. It's love. The mushrooms heals people by showing the truth, it would be so beneficial for so many people, especially politicians and the rich who have lost their way and every other persons out there.
Hey mates! Can you help with the source? I suffer severe anxiety, panic and depression and I usually take prescription medicine, but they don't always help. Where can I find those psilocybin mushrooms? I'm really interested in treating my mental health without Rxs. I live in Australia don't know much about these. I'm so glad they helped
you. I can't wait to get them too. Really need a reliable source 🙏
YES very sure of Ali shroom. I have the
same experience with anxiety, depression, PTSD and addiction and Mushrooms definitely made a huge huge difference to why am clean today.
Mushrooms are very medicinal. This is why anybody familiar with psilocybin and any other kind of fungi will tell you, "They are alive." They have a very ancient wisdom. To my experience, all mushrooms have always said, "Pay attention to your life. How you think, how you feel, and what will you do with the information that you always knew, but now are seeing in this point of view." This is why mushrooms are so respected in tribal cultures. This mental health treatment works for me too. Half micro doses do the trick for me. At least a few days at a time with lengthy time in between. Never addictive. Thank you for sharing this point!
How do i reach out to him? Is he on Facebook
I'm personally a concerta user and i 100% agree with the assesment that it causes me to be hyperfocus on small details, but its 10x better than being scatterbrained bc of my ADD
So relatable but the prob is sometimes I get locked in a state of hyper focus on random thing that was off my radar. I’m on a combination of concerta and strattera now to help fix this.
Summaries:
Vyvanse - 1:21
Adderall - 1:43
Ritalin - 2:02
Concerta - 2:15
Thank you so much!!!
Thanks
Thank you!! Which medication were you on when you tracked these timestamps? lol (I kid, I kid)
Hey Hidden ADD, the reason why it’s hard to explain the difference with Vyvanse and Adderall is because they’re different versions of the same drug. Vyvanse is extremely slow release Dextroamphetamine and Adderall is a mix between said Dextroamphetamine and levoamohetamine, with the latter being attributed to the “physical” part of the effects and greater side effects with crashing and sometimes mental state. Since Vyvanse is a prodrug, the Dextroamphetamine is actually inactive until it reaches a part of your digestive system that the lysine is bound to, thus making it non-abusable by means of other intake. That’s why it can take a while to work and also why it lasts longer than Adderall for most. Digestive systems do come into play here, but that’s what it was designed for.
Wow. I love good comments.
I'm guessing the GI effect is what what makes it effective at treating certain eating disorders as well...
I’ve tried all of them except for Adderall, Vyvanse felt the best by far, everything seemed more enjoyable, and focusing at work and studying seemed like watching a movie, my social abilities weren’t affected much, and I felt a increase in my self esteem. The only bad thing was the insomnia. Ritalin and concerta on the other hand made me feel weird, focusing on only one thing and ignoring the other stuff around, doing things on automatic, I also felt antisocial.
This is exactly how I feel on adderall I really need advice going through a lot and I’ve never had depression or anxiety and when I started adderall I got all of that plus what you are talking about
Have you tried straterra
@@Nas___Nas nope
@@militarymastery2 stop now while you can. Eat healthy and alternate between l tyrosine and l tryptophan
@@NEO_RKX what?
I just started Adderall xr 6 months ago. I needed this my whole life, it was rough the first month but now my body's use to it and I can eat and sleep easily. I'm 33, it really helped with my anxiet and self esteem.
Be sure to Monitor your oral hygiene. Stimulants cause sever dry mouth and leads to tooth decay. I used to be on vyvanse, no more. Fuck those drugs
@@honesteagle98 I appreciate the warning, that's good advise for anyone. Ive worked really hard to hydrate all day, I've had minor kidney stones before. I've also tried to eat healthier and sleep good, my mom was a hyggienest so I work hard at tooth care. I'll keep an eye on it.
@@honesteagle98 honestly if you can manage any issues without medicine, can't argue your better off.
Take magnesium glycinate at the end of the day. It will help you sleep better.
@@nofox777 what advise did they give the comments gone now
I read a study on amphetamine if anyones wondering about the dextroamphetamine and levoamphetamine isomers. Amphetamine, like many drugs, is composed of 2 mirror image isomers L isomer and D isomer, the D being the much more potent isomer. Adderall is like a 3:1 ratio of the 2 amphetamine isomers. 3 parts D and 1 part L. The 1 part L isomer, although less potent, was found to potentiate and prolong the effects of the 3 parts D isomer.
the amount of times the phrase 'distasteful difficult deskwork' lol
So many! 🤣
Vyvanse earns the crown I have to say, concerta made me feel like I was on coke or something, actually made my focus worse, and made it hurt to sit
😂
I am getting Vyvanse Monday it’s my first medication, should I try something else before or is it okey?
omg me too thank you so much
@@heinrichvonhagen2226 how was it?
I've been trying Concerta and it feels too mellow for me. Also my eyes can feel a bit blurry first few hours and Ì noticed slight headache It does help with focus quite a bit. Its the first one I've tried
I really thank you so much for this video! Considering ADHD, I usually don’t sit and watch any videos that’s over 5 minutes, but this really helped me! I’m still trying to get used to Adderall, and it’s been good up until I get home from school. Then, that’s when those mood swings and disorientated mental problems start flushing in. But, as long as I stay consistent, I believe it will work out. Thanks once again!!!
Consistency is key! Good on you for seeking help. I’m so happy to hear it helped!
@JICC2SIKK I think a stimulant can cause that . I’ve noticed it on Vyvanse .
Very good quality on your channel. I am 31 and have an appointment next week to be evaluated for potential adhd. The more I research it, the more I feel like I've had it forever.
Thanks for the positive comments and great to have you on the channel! Yeah, it's amazing when the puzzle pieces start to line up and so many things in your life make sense. That was my experience with 15 years of failing after I got into Harvard - didn't make any sense until the diagnosis
@@HIDDENADHD Happy to have found an adult ADHD channel. I was just diagnosed last week at age 68 (much older than you) with Asperger's, ADHD, anxiety, and insomnia. This brand new to me doctor avoided prescribing anything for my extremely poor focus since I had sleep problems. I was sincerely hoping for something to finally help me focus, but nope. Which of the meds would you suggest if my doctor became open to the discussion? Thank you.
@@Rollwithit699 maybe you should find another doctor. You could take an instant release med that will wear off before bedtime
I was on Ritalin in grade school Adderall in middle and high school. Hate the stigma and my parents sold most of my med on the street. Tried all but one non stimulant treatment. Now starting coledine. Supposed to help with ADHD treatment in persons with anxiety.
So your parents were junkies and whyt trash? I'm sorry. Wishing you the best.
How you getting on?
For those of you who do not live in the US and are considering Concerta, inform yourself because i have been taking Concerta for almost a year now (Since before this video was pulsihed) and i started with a generic version which i obted out of later on.
So, Concerta is definitely available as generic.
Btw, i am i no means saying he is lying or that he didn’t inform himself, the generic version may very well be unavailable in the US or wherever this man lives, i live in Portugal so availability is probably different.
:)
I misstated it in the video,sorry. I tried to go back and add a sticky note on the video via RUclips but they don't allow that anymore.
A way to clarify this situation is to name the drugs by the drug itself and then the brand names that are that formula .
Concerta is great for me Also helps in gym however since I don't wake up early I take later and gives insomnia not even sleep meds work until after 12 hrs
Awesome!
I had and still have insomnia for years and anxiety symptoms so I was prescribed an SSRI (melatonin never worked). However, I did stop taking it because of the side effects. But I also have ADHD and my doctor recently prescribed me to Concerta. I haven't picked up the medication yet but my doctor said if I take it in the morning, then it will be much easier for me to fall asleep during the night. I am a bit wary but I am hoping that holds true because I heard Concerta causes insomnia in others.
@@madisonl.607 now that I'm used to it I sleep fine it doesn't affect my sleep. Took it this morning and slept for another 2 hours. Plz let me know if adderall is better
I am taking Adderall ir the issue is it’s starts great b But after the first week it peels down fast and the effects are gone. I’m scared to switch meds in case the new ones DOSENT work . I think my issue is that the effects don’t last much at all and I don’t want to go to a high dose
It's important to discuss your experiences and concerns with your healthcare provider or psychiatrist who can evaluate your situation and make appropriate recommendations. They may be able to adjust your dosage or explore alternative medications that could provide more sustained effects for you. It's crucial to work closely with a medical professional who can monitor your progress and help you find the most effective treatment option for your ADHD symptoms.
I will be starting my 3rd different treatment for ADHD soon. I started with Concerta, but it didn’t have any effects on my positively or negatively, we upped the dosage but It was like eating a sugar pill. My psychiatrist then started me on wilbutrin (usually used for depression but some doctors use it to treat ADHD) and it seemed to help with the overall emotional stability but did not contribute to the ADHD aspect. Now, I will be starting adderall. I’m hoping this will really help, I might be starting a new job soon as an analyst (work from home desk work) as opposed to working in very social environments. Your video definitely gave me a confidence booster when you mentioned at home desk work and flexibility on adderall. Thanks for the vid!
Wish you all the best! 💪
Have you tried adderall yet? I’m in the same boat with concerta, minus wibutrin. I also felt like I was taking sugar pills (honestly thought my doc was messing with me😂). My dr upped my prescription to 36mg and I noticed better focus, but I really want to try adderall since a lot of peoples experience with it have been the most noticeable, with the downsides of it being addictive.
@@kaytee7607 not who u asked but ill give u my thoughts lol - i also started on concerta and literally felt nothing at all. Went from 36 to 54mg and still nothing. I actually still have half a bottle lying around somewhere around here ill prob never use.
I switched to Adderall XR, which is extended release adderall. It’s been much better! While it hasn’t been anything super amazingly different or life changing (still figuring out my right dose since its only been a month or so) but i can at least tell its in my body and does make things better. I suspect I’m going to need a higher dose after my next check in. Oh and no weird side effects on it (concerta either). And the extended release removed the risk for addiction for me.
Good luck figuring out what works for you! It’s definitely harder than i thought it was going to be
Hey there, would you mind giving an update on its effects?
@@conmon210 Just like Yamelsys, I also started XR. The immediate switch to adderall was something I could tell there was a difference from Wellbutrin and concerta. I started out at XR 10mg and over time we’d raise the dosage to 20, 30, and now 40. Around the 20-30 area I noticed that I could give myself the focus I needed on tasks but because of anxiety, I found myself always starting one thing and then switching to something else without ever finishing the last thing. It took a while for me to realize that and once I told my dr. we balanced it out with some anxiety medication. That’s when I started Pristiq. Ever sense, it’s become much easier on myself and started noticing the real benefits from it. I wouldn’t describe it as addictive, only because it’s XR and not something that kicks in at high gear all at once through short periods of time. I’ve actually forgotten to taken mine a couple times and I don’t even take it over the weekends. But I will say the days I forgot, the difference between being on adderall and not was very noticeable. My head would feel kinda blank, dull, hazey and it was really hard to think through it. So yeah, adderall has been the way to go for me now. My only problem is sometimes when I need another refill, here in Florida, they have strict laws on Amphetamines so they deny Dr’s the ability to write the prescription with refills and force them to have to write the actual prescription itself each time you need a refill. On top of that, once the pharmacy receives the prescription, they then have it on a 10 day waiting period until they can fill it. This would force me to either not take any at all to save myself some when I need it more or take half the prescribed amount to make due until I get my refill. Other than that though, it’s been great. If you don’t live in FL, then you should be lucky enough to not run into those issues
What would the dosage be? 50 years old here and my doctor started me off with 10 mg of Vyvanse. When I told him I wasn't noticing a difference he said if you don't at 10 you won't. Which makes no sense to me. So I doubled it yesterday by myself and I feel I had a more productive day. So confusing.
Hi Julie. Yeah your doctor is talking crap.. 10mg is a very small dose. Most people start on 20mg or even 30mg. I started on 20mg and didn't feel much. 30mg however, did work. It gives me more physical energy than great mental focus though. But everyone is different. Good luck!
@@junipercosmic6841 i second that reply: I’ve gone 20 > 30 > 50 > 70 of vyvanse over a few weeks. the effects are stronger with each dose, but focus-wise it aint really that helpful. When I first get my dose increased it works for a few days, maybe a week, but after that there’s not much usable focus. I tried a med holiday to see if that would help and no difference. The amount of amphetamines you can tolerate depends on how your body metabolises the drug, rather than age, weight etc. So for a doctor to say taking 10mg should have an effect and no higher dose would if 10 failed to is plain wrong - based on how the meds work as well as my anecdotal evidence. Hope yours saw sense eventually!
I’m going to switch to the methylphenidate family to see if that focus is better and more sustainable. Bound to be something suitable for me…
Thank you Aron for these comparisons, they’re very helpful!
You need a new doctor they’re talking nonsense with no medical evidence-all evidence is to the contrary. Never waste time and money on difficult doctors who deny you treatments you’re entitled to.
Only 10mg! I didn’t start to get any real benifits until 50mg. Started on 30 had no symptom relief then tried 40 and that only took the edge off my adhd then tried 50 and the difference was huge
I was on Adderall during a crucial growing period for my kids- adolescence. It took years to realize that while on Adderall, I became very calloused, not worrying about even my own children's feelings, which is the exact opposite of who I am. My kids are my world and God is my Center. I was often completely rude while on adderall but it may have had something to do with the combination of antidepressants too.
I haven't been on anything for years so I have about 787 projects sitting around waiting to be finished. I'm thinking of trying a different medication.
My wife was that way toward my son and myself, very distanced and got to the point where we felt like strangers in our own home. We had to leave that situation to live on our own. I had heard Adderall can have that callousing affect over time and asked her to try another medication but she refused or to get other help. I hope you and your family have a better outcome.
Your dosing was to high 😊 my dose is sat at around 40mg ( elvanse / lisdex ) and Weight 119 kg, so Thats a very low dose, it works for around 8-10 hours so all my work hours and then it fade away, afterwords my adhd is back at full and I mean full blast!!! And I love it! I have tryed with higher dosing but its not good for me, i need to fell my self and my adhd every day, or i will become either a psycopat or depressed.
I got some methylphenidate ( in usa i think its called ritalin - its short lasting 2-3 hours ) for when i really need to focus or get startet with a task do to the very low dose of vyvanse / elvanse.
Its a perfect combination for me, and my job 😊 i am an entrepreurer with 3 companys and a "few" employes and, i can mange it all do to being well medicated. - vyvanse combined with ritalin has saved my life.
My wife with ADHD and PTSD takes yvanse aswell just without the ritalin boster and is has saved her life too, she was just sitting and looking helpless into the wall every day and sleelping for over 12 hours a day before vyvanse, and Thats not healty for anyone.
Definitely worth trying a different medication but also possible to try a lower dose. American doctors in particular overdose patients a lot of the time by not first trialing low doses and just assuming you’ll function best with “more” even tho that can come with negatives like emotional blunting. Sometimes you only need a small dose to get the best results!
Your dose may have been too high.
Even on my dose I get some emotional blunting, but NOT in a negative way. It just makes it so I don’t focus on small negative things, or I don’t over react on small matters. So it’s a pleasant feeling
However, if I tripled my dose, I could def see it doing too much, and blunting my emotions about things that should matter
I’d try a lower dose or maybe try Vyvanse. If you’re having focus issues and it’s bothering you, keep trying.
Also be open to other diagnoses. ADHD has overlap with Bipolar, depression, anxiety, etc
I had bad reactions to ritalin in the 90's I think I was overdosed, and then it wore off and I was low. It was Brutal. I'm just now being slowly introduced to Vyvanse 10mg for a week, (currently) 20mg for a week, and I think I'm going to build to 30mg because it's seems very mild still. I'm not as focused as I feel I should be, but I am a little less distracted and confused at work. Hoping to get the right dose dialed but I'm not rushing.
I don't have a ton of experience but people seem to think it's really good. I'm still a fair bit scatterbrained though.
Ive been on ritalin for a few months. Its just too short acting for me. I feel good for an hour or two then it's gone...I typically just spend my time hyperfocused on unproductive things like tik tok for 3 hours straight lol
Oh I’ve experienced something similar. It works as a nice boost for me, have you tried anything else?
@@HIDDENADHD this is currenty my issuse but i use dextroamphetamine
When you are over 18 insurance does not cover adhd meds in South Africa. So I exercise like crazy and drink lots of water and coffee. Life is to be experimented with to see what works for you! Thanks for your vid!
This is a lie
Adhd involves chemical deficiency. Exercise doesn’t help …..
@@yaqubhirad3326 it does help lessen the symptoms
Hi im also in South Africa. How much does it cost?
I am hesitant to try any of the extended release versions because if there is one day when you wake up later you can't take the medication because it will interfere with sleep. The IR versions allow for flexibility. I am taking 20mg Adderall twice a day during the week. I don't believe anything I hear about one generic working better than the next.
Most medicines make me irritable and moody. Am I the only one that gets like that?
No that’s me at the moment, not sure which is worse, Adhd with or without medication
I'm 30 and I got the diagnosis a few years ago. Got prescribed concerta, and I really wanted it to work. And it did in the very beginning, but the side effects were just unbearably bad for me. I couldn't eat, I lost so much weight that I got badly malnourished, I got really anxious and paranoid, and the crashes were horrible. Life was like having a 24/7 panic attack.
Then after 2 horrible years trying different doses and versions of methylphenidate, I finally got switched to Vyvanse.
The difference is like night and day. I actually feel calm and collected, the extra noise in my head gets turned down a bit so I can focus on a single thing at a time, I don't have that constant brain fog or fatigue anymore, and the effect stays stable for the whole day.
And unlike Ritalin, this doesn't make me feel wired or like I'm "on medication", it just makes me feel more or less normal (or as close to neurotypical as possible)
The downsides I've noticed are the long duration like you mentioned, low appetite (but not as low as methylphenidate), and moderately quick tolerance buildup.
I'm on a 50mg dose, and on some days it feels like it works really well, and on some days it feels like I took a sugar pill. I really don't know how to bring that up with my doctor because of the lingering stigma on ADHD medication over here. I feel like 70mg would be too much as a full day dose, but 50 seems too little on some days.
But overall it's made my life SO much better. I can keep my apartment clean, I can actually remember my appointments and responsibilities, and I can focus and actually get satisfaction from the things I do, even the dull ones like cleaning and doing laundry :)
I was a complete mess for nearly 30 years, but this diagnosis and getting treatment has massively improved my life. I'm still learning how to live a normal life, but it's going well :)
HiYa I'm in the same boat (previous 30 yrs kinda a mess, getting better now). I'm no exp but maybe consider Staying at 50mg... Yet adding an IR booster (Adderall instant release). Pretty common strategy.
I was dx 6 min ago. Only tried IR worked incredibly. But mostly stopped. Don't think it's tolerance, rather some cheap faulty generics. Getting it all worked out. My goal is effective dose, yet take breaks. So brain receptors (& heart) rest/refresh ...and med stays feeling strong
I was just prescribed concerta. We’re not picking up the medication until later. Will it have an immediate effect?
Everyone is different, but you should feel a difference right away. That feeling may lessen or grow the more you take it though. Congrats on getting started!
Adderal is a life savor to me. It lasts 12 hours for me 20 mg x2 (once a day ) and I’m good for 24 hours !
omg same i just got my prescription today, i will start taking it from tomorrow morning , i have never heard of adderall, and they just started selling it in my country literally a month ago so i always had to use concerta, and its done okay for a drug that is the only one
Do you have trouble sleeping? Or do you sleep and wake up still feeling the effects of the 24 pill you took ? I’m trying to find my balance with all of these. Thank you 😊
@@mansoryO how’s it working?
@@mansoryO how was it ?
What do you mean 20 mg x2
I tried Concerta and Adderol about 10 years ago. Neither helped and I had a hard time sleeping. I'm open to giving medication another try.
Indeed. Some people become addicted to benzo to sleep
I have to say I'm on Vyvanse and it's my favorite. I don't want to feel high during the day and with other stimulants I find there's more of a dopamine euphoric effect, where as Vyvanse just seems like I'm more focused all day, and it doesn't increase my anxiety
Agree. I work in finance and works great for my long days. I have to take it early so it doesn’t keep me up and I cant drink coffee in the morning.
I've only tried Ritalin and found it SO horrible I couldn't deal with it for more than a few days! There was NO focus, NO motivation, extra apathy, intense lethargy, and certainly no euphoria! Just even worse depression than usual!
@@ladybaabaa3294 adderall makes very tired and sleepy
What dosage of Vyvanse works best for you? I’m on a very low dose and feel it does more harm than good (I experience a crash get super cranky, irritable, and tired anxiety depression etc. in the afternoon) I believe I need to go up on the dosage.
@@ladybaabaa3294 interesting. Ritalin for me triggered me out of my long-term apathy and gave me a mid-life crisis. I ended up better by it, being able to regain some semblance of feelings. Now if only I could feel the passion to go through my work days like how my coworkers present themselves.
But whenever I crashed from ritalin during the work day it made things worse. I only get 3 hours out of it. So I decided take a bigger dose on the morning, and maintain it with less doses in shorter period times.
I’m on vyvanse and adderall IR I take around 6-8 hrs later. I have temporarily taken Ritalin and concerta in the past. Concerta did not help at all. I swear the generic one does not work. Ritalin is potent but it’s annoying to pop pills 3 times a day. Ritalin makes my ocd and anxiety worse.
I just started adderal after thinking I was just stupid and I don’t know how it could get any better, I became super productive just by being able to focus.
Woah! A video for best ADHD for jobs? Amazing.
Thanks!
i have this theory that when I have a drink of something with citreous (for example orange juice) within an hour of dosing, i dont feel the vyvance. has anyone else noticed this or had a similar experience? maybe im making a connection where there doesnt need to be one but im experimenting with it to test my theory.
Yup, it’s true! I always avoid citric acid or anything with vitamin C around when I take my meds. It can be super annoying sometimes, so I just take it on an empty stomach or eat Cheerios 😭
@N S Omg i know... so shady.
Amphetamines don’t work as well if the pH of your stomach acid is too low when you take it. A lot of people take a antacid or drink alkaline water a few minutes before taking their pill so they don’t have to worry about this happening.
@N S
I saw that- it’s so stupid. I feel like they arbitrarily through that recommendation since they needed an alternative to mixing it with yogurt because not everyone can eat dairy
You can prolong the effekt whit bakingsoda and yes shorts og whit citus...
I was on adderall for a very long time, 2 pills, twice a day. My family said it made me look like a zombie & that I just sat there staring into space.
vyvanse isn't extended release adderall.
it works differently in your system.
I just switched (in the last year) from IR adderall, to vyvanse, and then to XR adderall.
Vyvanse must go through a chemical change in your body before it becomes an effective amphetamine.
XR adderall is normal adderall that is time released by using tiny beads that dissolve at different rates.
if you have issues metabolizing things, or are lacking in the chemicals necessary to convert vyvanse to amphetamine, then vyvanse may not be as effective as adderall XR.
vyvanse was milder than adderall in my experience. adderall causes more physical symptoms similar to anxiety. Adderall helped more with executive function. vyvanse rarely gave me enough will to actually move from thinking about something to DOING that something.
@Camila Petrucelli it might FEEL the same, but it's not the same thing, and it's irresponsible to imply they are the same drug.
@Camila Petrucelli I mean... he liked my comment, so apparently my feedback was appreciated.
@@modestalchemist Lol
In terms of productivity I got the most success with Vyvanse but I'm sure it won't work as well if I were to try it again. Reaching near max dose Adderall XR, brand is better than generic.
I appreciate the effort and insights. For those not familiar, I would caution that this may be overgeneralizing and I would wager that adjusting the dosage could make any of these drugs appear in a way that you described for the others.
Hello hidden ADHD, i've been prescribed Adderall XR. About how long does it take to actually get out of my depression after 1st beginning the meds? I was prescribed 15 mg at the beginning I didn't feel any relief. My Dr just doubled the dose.
Does anyone have history with Dexamphetamine/Dexedrine? I take 30 mg twice daily. 60 mg daily is the highest dose that can be ordered. This highest dose is typically for narcolepsy. This med is 1 of the two drugs that make up Adderall. Adderall just didn't help and I maxed out on dose. My adult ADHD is pretty bad. I am a nurse and wasn't diagnosed until 35. It's a hard career when your memory, hustle and concentration are slowly evaporating. After medication therapy it's noticably better, but I know now it will never be enough.
I'd highly suggest concerta, or whatever form of concerta is extended-release throughout the day. I am an adult as well, and I have ADD. I was on concerta for years. It helped me focus tremendously, and in your case, and for your profession, I would highly suggest it above everything else. From the impression I got from your comment, it seems to be the best choice for you in my opinion. I was first diagnosed in early high school, and concerta managed to pull me out of a rut. It helped me make myself a successful and confident student. I am 6'7 with a high metabolism, and I took about 35 mg once a day; via one tablet and cup of water each morning. It worked great. PLEASE be cautious however; I am aware that you are a nurse, so you should know that experimenting with dosages is a slippery slope. Concerta and Adderall are two very different prescriptions. One problem I had with concerta, was how tired I felt mentally after its effects wore off. It became difficult to socialize with peers and family like I used to, because of how drained I felt. Definitely not a deal-breaker, nor was it the worst thing in the world. Just a notable negative for me. Felt a bit like your brain had a hard mental workout session. But no migraines or headaches or anything close to side effects like those whatsoever. Just a bit of fatigue.
As of current, I am taking the extended-release form of Adderall. I started on it about a year ago, and similarly, with you, it just doesn't do it for me. I've been gradually increasing doses in referral with my doctor, and at this point, I am thinking about just returning to all-day concerta again.
One more thing I will say about concerta. As mentioned in the video, it can make social interaction, and drawing on creativity very difficult. I am a student in the field of Psychology, and this is primarily the reason I chose to switch to Adderall. Not because of a lack of focus, but because I sometimes felt like a different "me" when I took concerta. A more focused, and absorbant me rose to the top; while the creative, extroverted, outgoing, social, and impulsive me seemed to be buried somewhere underneath. The majority of my work will involve critical analysis, clinical interaction, and a whole lot of reading and writing. Concerta definitely helped with the reading aspect, but actually seemed to hinder my writing a bit. I found it difficult to draw from my extensive vocabulary while writing academically, or on the spot. This may have to do with the whole "creativity" side of things. I often found myself before exam days, where I knew the test would be mostly writing, actually skipping concerta, so I could have my full creative mobility.
However, Crystal in your line of work, I doubt this would be an issue. That is why I highly suggest Concerta for you. Although it may be a very different case for you in practice. Everyone's experience will inevitably be different.
As the patient, however, it is our decision to inform ourselves, and our physicians what side-effects we can tolerate, and which ones we cannot. This is primarily the reason why I've been looking at these videos recently. Just to truly help me decide if I should try to stick with Adderall; which keeps me mentally sharp/active, along with decent focus, while I still remain "me". Or, if I should return to concerta and swallow some of the personal trade-offs I'd found over time, for the almost night and day difference in focus, and information retention.
That's all I got for ya Crystal, a bit long-winded perhaps. My apologies. Alas, such is the dilemma of a writer at heart ... lol. Hope this helps!
@@SsNoir Oh my goodness please please reply to me! I would love a long winded reply haha.
So I’ve just been diagnosed, I work from home and am creative (I’m a musician writer and do social media) and my primary needs are to be able to START doing what I need to do instead of procrastinating all day. I need to do a lot of creative tasks (writing music and scripts, talking to an audience) but also a lot of mundane (sending things off, researching, editing which sounds creative but I find it technical and frustrating and a huge long task).
Which meds to do you think would be better for someone who struggles to start tasks, struggles to switch tasks, stuggles to maintain focus on one task instead of getting distracted bored ir frustrated, and the most important one…struggles to maintain focus for long enough to achieve a larger goal. But still able to be creative? Thanks
@@SsNoir thanks so much for your feedback!
@@simsthre4078 music I think is a more intuitive avenue. In terms of music creativity etc. Theory and other music associated activities come much easier so Adderall is something I’d intuitively suggest.
However, based on your comment it seems like getting things started, following through, and maintaining productivity sound like your main issues.
In this case, I think concerta would be your best bet. Of course don’t forget that the medication isn’t going to make you do the actual work. That’s the hard part, and it’s all on you. That will never change, and it’s the struggle with ADHD. It takes time to know yourself, and your bad habits and to snuff them out before they consume you. That’s extremely important.
In terms of getting distracted etc concerts definitely helps you focus on the task at hand and really makes it easy to focus unwavered for extended periods of time. Adderall more so keeps you in a heightened state of arousal for a long period of time which can help with staying attentive, and picking up, learning, executing, and mastering much easier.
It sounds to me like you might need a little bit of organization in your life aside from the medicine. The medicine is only the crutches for your impairment if it’s diagnosed. You still have to walk on your own no matter what. My best advice would be to talk to your doctor about extended release concerta (methylphenidate) and go from there. It should help almost entirely with getting distracted and staying on task.
It helps tremendously with mundane tedious tasks and busy work. Makes it very executable. Fair warning though, if you allow yourself to get distracted with other tasks while in concerta or adderall, be warned that they might consume your attention for MUCH longer than getting distracted normally would without. I’ve found that I can get into the zone without distractions much easier while on concerta. Like I said it’s a slippery slope and everyone’s different. Just a remember at the end of the day what does the work is you, not the medicine. It might be difficult to stay focused, but your biggest key will be to know yourself and to stay organized. Good luck!
@@datventuresllc yeah you’re welcome!
So which one last longer for your adderal or vayvanse and did you take both vayne and adderal as substitute for lasting the whole day which one for hyper focus
I'm on medikinet . I have ADHD and I love it because you will never get old
Why?
Concentra did nothing for me except make me sweaty, and thirsty. Vyvanse has worked great for 3 years
In what ways has it helped? I need to be able to start a task, concentrate on it, finish it, and switch between tasks easily.
Vyvanse works for me, but doesn’t last nearly long enough. Even on 70mg daily it lasted only ~8 hours, and even then can get too intense on certain days. I think it’s time to try something else
8 hours is a decent length for an active effect of a stimulant. You probably won't find anything longer than that, but what you can do is take the Vyvanse with a high fat meal to delay its Tmax by an hour or so.
@@robin1418 oh i agree. Eight hours is okay, if it were prescribed twice daily for those who need all day coverage. But it being marketed as a once daily medication is just not the case for a lot of people. Some don’t want or don’t feel the need to be medicated all day, and that’s fine. But if your schedule is 5a-7pm busy consistently, I don’t think Vyvanse once a day will fit well with you, except maybe in slowly metabolizing individuals. Enzymes in RBC’s cleave lysine, so chances are if your blood cell count is high (like me) and you consume a lot of amino acids (like me), I feel like Vyvanse hits really hard for a short period and then slowly disappears. No real comedown for me though; I think Strattera helps to mask that.
I hated Vyvanse. It made me feel so off and it made my focus noticeably worse. Adderall XR though has been a whole different story. I've been on it for a little while and it's been awesome. I'm learning how to code and Adderall has made learning Java so fun and effective. I'm only on 5mg yet it keeps me wired and focused (for the most part) for 12+ hours. No anxiety, just a calm but very prominent energy!
It’s so strange how these drugs affect everyone so differently.
I can’t stand Adderall XR … makes me spaced out and unable to eat anything.
Simply switching to Adderall IR worked perfectly.
It wasn’t even a different drug, just a different version of it.
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It is really strange.
It all has to do with the presence of enzymes in digestion.
There are some very expensive tests for these enzymes that can help predict reactions. Otherwise it's so different for everyone.
@@ilikepingpong Id be interested in getting these tests.
I have never done well with any extended release medication, and always gone for more short acting. IR adderall will “stack” for me, so the later in day it gets and the more IR doses I take … the stronger it feels even after the previous dose has worn off.
Where as I have a friend who takes XR multiple times a day because it wears off fast
Consulting with a healthcare professional who specializes in ADHD can help you find the right medication and dosage based on your unique needs and body chemistry. Good luck on your journey!
Hi. I found you on tiktok. I was diagnosed a few months ago, at 57. A couple of months later I turned 58 and started my first rx of adderall xr, 15mg. After a couple of days I couldn't tell I took it but continued daily as prescribed until last month at my follow up appointment. I was put on 25mg xr salts. My heart is racing, so when it gets bad I stop a few days and restart. Last night, it got very bad, was sick and was hurting. So I stopped my medication until I talk with my Dr. Next week. I have no major health issues, no heart issues. Do the non- stimulants work as well? Its just frustrating because other than these side effects, it worked great.
I was diagnosed with ADHD just today. All because of your videos I could figure out that I might have it. It's such a relief now I have a hope that I might live normal life finally! Thank you so much!
Go Tatiana! So happy for you!
I take adderall xr which lasts about 8 hrs, and a smaller dose of ir as needed. I have a repetitive manual labor outdoor job that I'm suffering burn-out from. The adderall has helped me stay motivated to keep going, before medication I would find myself getting distracted constantly and wasting time. I'm in the process of getting a corporate desk job, which will be a shock to my system after being outside for 10 years. I'm interested to see how my ADHD responds. I may have to switch to Ritalin.
Vyvanse. Like you said, “woamigod, this is what functional feels like?!” 😊
I'm starting the generic ritalin today and I'm so nervous. Afraid I'll feel jittery and then once it's done, crash. I am hopeful though that it will help give me the boost I need to focus on school and housework.
Best of luck!
How did it work for you
Ritalin is old, too old and should be avoided. Try diet and exercise
How was it?
okey so Ritalin, Adderall, Concerta, & Vyvanse for desk work. and Ritalin, Adderall, Concerta, & Vyvanse for desk work?
I'm currently on 30mg Elvanse (Vyvanse in the US). I'm finding the positive benefits life changing, such as decreased impulsivity, decreased hyperfixations and increased executive function. However, I'm finding that I feel "wobbly", anxious and that my emotional stability is not as good as it was pre-medication. So I'm wary of changing medication, because the positives are huge for me, but the negatives are really unpleasant.
Have you considered lowering to 20mg to see if the wobbly goes away or is reduced?
Everyone is so different, my son is less social while on his concerta while I am emotionally MORE stable on my vyvanse. Talk to your doc, they have a the experience of many people
Sometimes I open my pills and dump the powder into my drink incrementally. That seems to help.
Do you find that it helps you to get started on things?
@@simsthre4078 my vyvanse experience is that they really are only useful for a little additional focus, but unfortunately zero for energy or motivation. Ive gone from 20 to 30 to 50 to 70 over a few weeks. Going to switch to methylphenidate family to see if it has more of an energy effect and better focus.
Sounds like it may do based on anecdotal evidence, but as we’re all different it may not for me! The only way to know is try each med and work with your prescriber to increase dose as quickly as they’re prepared to and per your comfort levels…
I've been taking concerta 18mg for 3 weeks and am a week into upping my dose to 36mg. I don't feel any effects on the 36mg as I did on the 18mg, except that I feel a little less sleepy during the day and have a little more energy. The problem is that I am experiencing severe dry mouth and loss of appetite, irritability and lethargy in the evenings, and although I have energy at school, on the weekends I feel the same lethargy as before the medication, procrastinating on things I should be doing and just lying around and looking at my phone. Is this medication not working for me? Will I get better if I increase the dose? If there are a couple of you out there who have had the same experience as me, I'd love to know how you got better
A little over a month for me. I’m on 56mg + 32mg later in the day and i’m still having the exact same experience as you. Did you end up trying sonething else?
Newly diagnosed at 44😳 my Dr titrated me on Adderall. I feel like she let me get to high in mg. I was loosing my shit! Starting Concerta in the morning. For anyone that has taken Adderall, what was your perfect dose that you took each time? Also, what should be the starting dose for Concerta? I don’t trust the process that she is doing. I actually believe that she overdosed me on Adderall
15mg for my 6ft 175lb frame. I didn't have an Rx, but I needed to do extremely well on a final exam just to pass a class. I was able to get ahold of some 30mg pills with 9 days left to study. The first 3 days I took a whole pill each but felt like I was eventually too wired, so I didn't take any on day 4 and proceeded to take half a pill first thing in the morning the rest of the days. I aced the final and have an appointment scheduled with a provider for a proper diagnosis because I've never been able to focus like that in. my. life.
I started with 10 but didn’t notice a difference so I was bumped to 20 and currently take to 20 in the morning and another 20 around 1
I’m on adderall IR and 10 mg at once is too intense for me. I have to cut them in half. I’m 5 foot 7 - average weight. Not overweight. So I take a total of 15 mg a day and it works.
So yes, it’s possible you may have had too high of a dose. Everybody is different.
I remember when i was 12 I had severe ADHD and depression . My grades were horrible, i would get irritated from the slightest thing, (from what it seemed like) trapped in my head, and i would constantly get distracted by the littlest things. etc. One day, my mom went to go take a look at my grades and saw that I had an F in every single class of mine. My mom was really concerned and asked me about it. “Are you getting distracted?” “Are you getting enough sleep?” “Are you not turning things in?” or “Is it my fault for not checking up on you constantly?”
To me at that age, I could talk to my Mom about almost everything. So I told her that I was getting distracted, barely any sleep, getting extremely agitated when I wouldn’t solve a math problem correctly, and finding myself zoning out. (trapped in my head)… As soon as I spilled everything out to my mom, I could tell she was devastated. I was only 12.
A few days later she asked me if I wanted to get tested for ADHD. My mom has ADHD herself and noticed a lot of symptoms I was having, she had herself. She told me that if I did have ADHD, my doctor would prescribe medications for me so I would feel better. Of course I agreed to it because I wanted to be at peace, raise my grades, and keep my phone 😂 (because of how horrible my grades were)…
That said, a few weeks after I agreed to the testing, my mom had scheduled an appointment for my testing. To be honest, I was a little nervous at first because, No.1, I didn’t know how they were going to test me. And No.2, I didn’t know who the person testing me was nor how they were going treat me. My mom reassured me that everything would be just fine and I had absolutely nothing to be afraid of.
Once the day of the testing came, I was pulled out of school in the middle of math class. My mom and I drove an hour to the place. And believe me, that whole car ride was terrifying. We were greeted by a little old woman as soon as we stepped in the building. After a long and boring conversation with my mom, I followed the woman down a hallway into a tiny little room that looked like an office.
I had taken a seat in a chair that was facing her desk. She explained to me exactly what we were going to do and it won’t be as bad as I thought it would be. A few moments after that, the testing had begun.
She had all sorts of puzzles and packets that I had to solve/fill out. The puzzles were extremely easy. But, the packets were a whole different story. Letters and shapes were moving around all over the place. My stress level was extremely high and I eventually gave up on one of the problems. She would read problems that were my grade level out of a little book. I had to sit in that room for 3 hours! As soon as we finished, I had to go into a little room and press a button as soon as a little dot on the computer screen would move.
A few weeks after the appointment, my mom got a phone call saying that I did indeed have ADHD. But not any old normal case of ADHD.. severe.
The next morning, my mom and I drove to our doctors office. My doctor was telling me all sorts of things about what type medication fit me and what was best for me. My mom and doctor eventually settled on Concerta. I was also diagnosed with severe depression a few months prior to that appointment. So now, I was taking some sort of anti-depressant (That I don’t remember the name of,) and concerta. When I first got diagnosed with ADHD, I was only taking a 5 mg tablet every other day.
The first few months of taking a 5 mg tablet of concerta, I was doing just fine. I had no negative side affects. For example, being nauseous, extreme headaches, or loss of appetite. But on the other hand, I didn’t feel any affect at all. Again, I was only 12. So I thought I would get results overnight 😂
Some months passed and I had another appointment about my medication. My doctor was asking me all sorts of questions like, “How are you feeling?” “Have you noticed any changes since you started it?” or “How are you treating people around you? Family, friends, teachers, etc.”
Once again, I had noticed no changes in my behavior, or listening skills. So, my doctor upgraded my dose from 5 mg, to 15 mg. So a little while after I started to take a 15 mg tablet, I noticed improvement right away. I was a lot more friendlier, outgoing, and focused. But most of all, my grades improved by A LOT. I felt happy. I felt okay. I felt good.
But, things started to go downhill once my ex boyfriend and I broke up. I was so depressed. I had no motivation. I was exhausted. I was angry. But most of all, I was heartbroken.
That’s when things started to go downhill for me. A few months after I had turned 13, I wanted to see what it felt like if I took more than 1 tablet. My thoughts were, “Take 10 of them. You’ll feel good.” “It’s just for fun, you’re allowed to be curious.” or “I’m sure nothing will go wrong.” But I was so wrong about that.
One morning, I had decided to take 10x the amount of what I was supposed to take. I felt fine at first, so I headed off to middle school. I was doing just fine in math class, until it kicked in. I was anxious, my heartbeat was very fast, and my vision would randomly get blurry. But at the time, it felt amazing.
Taking too much started to only take place once a week. Then it turned into every other day. But it eventually got me, I was taking 10 tablets everyday.
One morning, I had done the usual. I would pretend to reach up for my normal amount of medication, but instead I would take 10 tablets out of the bottle. But as I was doing that, I felt my heart DROP. I ran out. I had used all of them. I was horrified. What if my mom or dad already found out they’re all gone? What am I going to do? I’m dead.
My mom had always been the one to refill my medication container every week so I was sure she already noticed. A few days later my mom approached me and said “Well, it seems we used up all of your concerta. We’ll have to wait until I need to pick up your next prescription.”
I was extremely relieved, but I learned my lesson. If I was going to keep taking too much of my meds, my parents would eventually notice a pattern of them running out way too fast, and I would be in big trouble.
Please please please do not take more than you are supposed to. You could end up in serious trouble in the end. So that was my story!:) Hope you enjoyed.
Holy cow - i hope you're ok.
If you were taking 10 tablets a day how didn't you run out in a couple days after over taking them?
Kids in particular should NOT be left in charge of their adhd medications as an overdose is a very real threat to one’s safety. These are heavily controlled medications for a reason, I’m surprised your mother wasn’t more serious in explaining why it was dangerous rather than the indirect punishment of denying you a refill if your script.
More importantly tho your doctor should have discussed it before giving you access to meds in the first place, to try and prevent naive experiments, especially since you were just a kid and newly diagnosed!
ADHD unfortunately puts us at high risk of addiction and substance abuse. Which is why certain meds are safer options for those of us prone to abusing them impulsively like you described. Having the “need” to do it is also a sign the medication choice or dose is ineffectual, so anyone who experiences what you described should be heading back to their doctor to update their prescription to something else, rather than risking harming themselves via self medicating with doses you weren’t given approval to take.
I work with people all day doing assessments, writing case notes, meetings, phone calls, number and constantly needing to be on the ball for anything to happen 9 hours a day.Vyvance seems to make me want to always keeping busy, always be doing something and getting tasks done on time. I was stress ball who couldn’t focus and always needing to be talking to coworkers, looking for an excuse not to be at my desk
That's a lot of work to be doing each day! 🎉
Just wondering how everyone is able to pick and choose which meds they take? Where I live they treat everyone like a drug seeker. It's terrible.
Which country is that?
I'm on Concentra, just figuring out my dosage. Amphetamines show that could be addictive and possibly make you dependant, there are also research that you will age faster so I'm reluctant to try Vyvance until I try the other options first.
Age faster?? Oh wow
Adderall and vyvanse is not the same. Adderall is a mixture of amphetamine salts. Vyvanse is just Dextroamphetamine. Typically it’s less physically stimulating compared to adderall and usually has less side effects because it’s only 1 type of amphetamine and has a more gradual effect.
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Thank you for the wonderful video.
Do you take different medication based on the event that you are facing? I don’t know if I have to use one ADHD medication at a time or it’s okay to use different short release med during the day in a different time?
I agree with you that each medication is doing something different. Vyvanse makes me relax and more open to talk to people. Concerta makes me focus and able to do the hard boring ugly work that I usually avoid. In my sort experience with adhd medications I feel like I cannot rely on one medication only and this is the first time I hear that it’s possible to mix those meds. Please let me know what you do so then I can suggest the idea of using different meds to my psychiatrist.
Hi Mohsin! My psychiatrist prescribed me 30mg vyvanse with 10mg instant-release ritalin per day. I take the vyvanse right when I wake up, and then I have the option to take to ritalin as needed (I get the prescription with 5mg ritalin tablets so can divide them or take them whole).
@@HIDDENADHD Do you feel a crash in the evening once the ritalin wears off?
Methylphenidate can potentially have an inhibitory effect on amphetamine if taken before it - it's due to the nature of dopamine reuptake inhibitors (eg MPH) vs dopamine releasers (eg amphetamines), though I'm not qualified say exactly how or why this is the case. I've just noticed (as well as quite a large amount of other anecdotal experiences online) that when methylphenidate is taken a few hours _after_ the peak of amphetamine, the overall effect (and total duration of therapeutic effects) of the two drugs seems to be greater, as well as more consistent & reliable.
What about a crash or side effects or withdrawals with these meds? I’d like to know your experience in that
Crash wasn't too bad for me, nor were withdrawals. As far as side effects: varying levels of appetite suppression and irritability. I've just released some deeper-dive videos that detail my experience with vyvanse/elvanse and adderall, if you want more color.
Great video. I learned a lot. Not all of us work in an office though. I was expecting some discussion of more types of work.
I've just realised I've been pronouncing vyvanse "vayanaise" as in mayonaise 😆😅😅😅🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣
Ritalin I think is the best overall, short acting and intense focus, it lets you know when you’re coming down and for me, that was my que to put everything down, drink a lot of water, walk around then take a nap. It got me through chemical engineering and I was NO where near being a math prodigy, im still not, but what the drug help me do was get the information into my head more consistently enough to build a gradual mastery of the material vs the average student who is miserable and forcing themselves to focus.
Same for me but compsci. My only issue is that Ritalin crashes are starting to get worse whilst the effectiveness diminishes slowly. Any solution besides just upping the dose?
It's important to talk to your doctor about any concerns with medication effectiveness and crashes. They may be able to adjust your dosage or recommend a different medication to help manage your symptoms. In addition, lifestyle changes like getting enough sleep, eating a balanced diet, and practicing stress-reducing activities like exercise and mindfulness can also improve overall symptom management.
@@satepestage3599 what I did was actually taper my dosage, vs upping it, I’m already super sensitive to the medication, so 10 mg initially was enough for me, without giving me huge migraines. It allowed my body to cycle out the accumulated drug in my system without giving me withdrawals, I went from 10mg to 2.5, the lower dosage actually helped more than the higher dosage because I wasn’t “locked in” & could easily break away to multitask. But still, talk to your doctor about it, in my experience, less is more when you’re talking stimulants, just remember these things have killed people, get a full physical & kidney/liver function test annually on this medication.
Thank you for sharing your experience! And yes, you are right that consulting your doctor is important to be aware of the risks associated with any medication and to be safe.
hello sir, i have been taking Methylphenidate and it gave me anxiety, my doctor has recently been prescribed me with vyvanse, will it help suppress anxiety and depersonalisation disorder
I have a question? I take adderall 10mg 2X a day maybe 3 if needed but it makes me serious and a little paranoid. It helps me study and It can gives me energy which I like... I do not like that it changes my bubbly personality so I was wondering about Vynanse? Does Vyvnase give the same energy as adderall? I would like to try Vyvnase but if it make me feel sluggish then I can just manage the adderall... summer time is coming and I need that bike energy lol does anyone ever put adderall in food maybe that would less-in some of the side effects of me being so serious on it? any thought or reviews from people???
i have ADHD and i have concerta,but 3 years ago when i first started taking concerta about 3 days later i lost a huge amount of weight and i weighed 47kg before i started taking concerta and 3 days after i started havin them i weighed 27. and now i weigh 35 but i find it so hard to put weight on so pls if you could give me some advice it would mean alot . (i eat the most in my family and i rarely put weight on)
I have been on vyvanse for just over two full months and it is the greatest for my type. I basically had every symptom Aaron says in the hidden add explanation vid. Thanks Aaron for making these videos you have saved my second marriage from turning into my first!
Throw vyvanse into the garbage. Just do it
@@honesteagle98 why? It seems great so far. 6 months in
How’s it going with Vyvanse? I’m just about to switch too. Concerta made me antisocial, I wanted to crawl out of my skin everytime I was near people. I love to socialize, so being boring and dull was so crappy. Being unmedicated is a special kind of crappiness, though!
Adder all is little more aggressive than vyvanse that’s why I consider vyvanse
Why, on a video about adhd, do you put extraneous noises in the video that aren’t required, like whooshing noises? This distracts from being able to listen to the video. Why do you think that putting distracting noises in the video is a good idea?
Those kinds of things generally keep the video from getting too boring so they’re great for adhd, everyones different though
I was prescribed Adderall last week, and I now I'm consulting my doctor again. Adderall XR has given me chest pains and heart palpitations, as well as sleep disruption. I had a doctor check me out and said my heart was fine, but it's still not fun, and quite distressing. Fingers crossed for Concerta.
Each individual responds differently to medications, so finding the right one that balances effectiveness and tolerability is key. Keep working closely with your doctor to explore your options and find a solution that works well for you. How's your experience with Concerta this time?
@@HIDDENADHD It didn't seem to do anything besides raise my BP, even after having the dosages raised. So we briefly tried Vyvanse, but that ended up having the same problems with my heart as adderall. Now i'm on generic ritalin for an instant release. Still seeing how this is playing out.
I am anxiously awaiting 2023 bc I heard that vyvanse will go down in price, anyone know if there is truth in that? Now that i am in peri-menopause, my adhd is worsening and I literally cannot manage my business without vyvanse
Ugh, I can so relate about hormonal changes making things worse - it's why I recently got screened for ADHD and was diagnosed. And yes, someone mentioned that it would become available as a generic in 2023. Hope so!
I’d love to listen to more than two minutes of this important video. The background music got me so distracted and I had to start over several times to understand what was said. Is there a version without music? And with subtitles? I know it’s a big ask, I’m just very interested in what you have to say. If you can’t tell already, I’m recently diagnosed but have not found the meds that work for me yet ☺️
Hi Anne, thank you for your comment. Sorry the music was distracting. I don't currently have a version without music but will consider your feedback when making content in the future. :)
The important shit in the fits 2.5 mins you know truly curated for the ADD kids
I don't want take medication and worry what it will do to me long term. Anyone successful without it? Seems like everyone is taking it without much thought.
Thoughts on modafinil?
Great in-depth review
So glad it helped!
im on focalin (dexmethylphenidate) and its a big lifesaver i cant imagine not being prescribed it
Amazing to hear!
How do people get so much time out of Vyvanse, it only lasts 4 hours for me ;_;
Everyone’s body chemistry reacts differently to these medications. This is what worked for you, but it cannot be assumed it will be the same for everyone else.
Pretty sure this is a given when talking about any medications...
Do Americans with ADHD have access to dexamfetamine? It works for me.
Hello, I had been taking adderall xr 10mg for about 6 weeks and it definitely calmed me down and improved my focus to an extent, but it wasn’t the locked in focus i think I needed. Another issue I had was it took FOREVER to kick in. My doctor recently put me on 15 mg of adderall xr but I am having the same problems. I want to try a 15 mg dose of adderall instant release but instead of taking it once in the morning, I want to break the medication on the score and take half in the morning and half in the afternoon. Do you think this is a good plan and how do I talk to my doctor regarding this change in your personally experience? It is a bit awkward for me because since I am only 15 years old I might come off as med-seeking. Any help would be very much appreciated!
It's important to have an open and honest conversation with your doctor about your concerns and experiences with the medication. Explain to them that you've been experiencing the same issues with the XR formulation and would like to explore the possibility of trying the instant release version with a split dose. It's important to approach the conversation with a focus on your symptoms and how they are impacting your daily life, rather than appearing solely focused on medication adjustments. Your doctor should consider your input and work with you to find the most effective treatment plan for your needs. Remember, it's their role to help you find the best solution, so don't hesitate to communicate your thoughts and concerns.
Ritlin and concerta is the same drug jus diffrent market name
New (it must be): The generic form of Concerta is methylphenidate.
So Vyvanse and Adderall XR are very similar in terms of feel?
Thank you! Just started meds 2 weeks ago. This was great information. Wondering what you do when you feel the first dose of the xr wearing off. Tried methylphenidate CD today. Felt great for 4 hrs now I am tired...so hard to get real life feedback from others.
Hi LB - thanks so much for stopping by! I observe how many hours it takes for the medication to start wearing off. (So, in your example, it sounds like 4 hours.) If I want to maintain that level of focus, I'll time an instant release dose at least 30 minutes before it starts wearing off.
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Whats xr?
i have ADHD and im Bi polar, i took ritalin when i was a child at age 9 or 10, and it was like crystal meth to me and made me run up and down the hallways. im 41 now, and throughout my entire life i have taken a lot of different drugs for ADHD, but due to me being Bi polar sometimes the drugs have the opposite effect on me and they do not help my ADHD. i have taken Zoloft, Zyprexa, Wellbutrin, Depakote, Cymbalta, and 2 others i forget the names, but now im on Seroquel and have been on that for 10+ years and i hate it. im always depressed and dont feel like doing anything at all. I tried Latuda but that also had bad side effects for me .....really bad side effects. so now im back on Seroquel and no peace in sight. Latuda gave me suicidal ideation.
It sounds like the Seroquel isn't working for you . Perhaps there's something better out there for you.
Concerta helps me to control my emotions, although i feel a dependence for it.
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My Doctor [PCP] gave me "amphetamine salts" -- although I feel it's "not enough"... but I am only back on it for 3 days now.
I take 10mg in the morning immediately upon waking up. 10mg again at Noon.
I remember trying Vyvanse and feeling like I had a vice on my head... is that the "focus" feel you mention here for Ritalin?
I want to say I had some dry mouth (dry lips) with that as well. But your mention of it in the content you did has me curious to try again.
Do you have any comments on a PCP vs a Psychiatrist prescribing it? My PCP doesn't really know much about it, I had been diagnosed as a kid, teen, college kid, and adult -- so had a history of meds could show, so it was an easy prescription.
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Anyone else have hair loss thinning on these meds? And yes my hormone labs indicate My levels are good
I've used IR Adderall for about a year and it's worked great until recently when I started getting neck tension while under its effects. May switch to IR Ritalin but I'm worried it won't be as strong.
Only one way to find out. I found Rit to be stronger than Add, personally.
Get some magnesium! It’s seriously a charm!
I took 30mg of Vyvanse for 3 days and had panic attacks… now starting 18mg of concerta hoping for the same focus but less side effects. 🤞
Too high dose to start for some of us . I tried 10 the first day , then went to the prescribed 20. So glad I did !
How was 18mg concerta ? I’m about to try that exact dose
@@laubowiebass have u started 18mg concerta ? im on it, but feel I need higher dose. Not much side effects but doesnt seem to vastly help with executive dysfunction.
@@iLastStar I took it once ( coming from 30mg Vyvanse ) and all I had was side effects , tired , chest pain , and NO therapeutic results . I went back to Vyvanse, will see my doctor soon .
@@laubowiebass I'm on 18 I feel tho that I made need to switch to Ritalin because for me the medicine lasts like 12 hours. From 6 am to 6 pm which I don't need in the evenings
I've decided to stop taking my Adderall as it is causing me to lose my hair.
I miss Adderall. I developed high blood pressure and had to stop.
I swear all us adhd dudes are skinny
I habe ADHD and I am Buff and Muscular
Some are also overweight because of the dopamine that comes from binge eating
I have anxiety, and also want to avoid insomnia. Which one would have the least effect on these issues?
I’ve tried quick release Adderall and it was exactly as he described, like coffee with an extra dose of focus. I’m a lightweight so it lasted a long time.
I work a repetitive, uninteresting desk job…at home which doesn’t help, lol. Sometimes I have emails which I need to think about a little more deeply.
I would be interested in how Equasym XL compares to the medication you described. Nice Video (new subscriber catching up on your catalog)
Thanks for the support
I wish our insurance wasn't so god-awful in how much it charges for Jornay PM. I feel like my son (and family) would greatly benefit from it. Mornings with him are a chicken-and-egg situation where he needs to take his medicine to help him regulate his ADHD (very much with the H), but it's hard for him to take his medicine until he's already regulated.
I hear ya! My generic concerta was so expensive, not to mention brand name Vyvanse. And I'm on top of the line Fortune 500 company insurance?! *sigh*
@@HIDDENADHD Have you tried Metadate CD? That's what my son is using (in combination with guanfacine aka Intuniv), and our co-pay has always been in the $30 range. For the generic version of it (methylphenidate CD ER). Not great, but not the horrible hundreds that Jornay PM would have cost us. Metadate seems very close to Concerta. I wonder if there'd be a price difference for you.
I’m learning to trade options and crypto. Any suggestions? I used to be a personal trainer. Sitting on my ass in front sof computer is a new thing
It's great that you're exploring new opportunities and learning new skills. As for suggestions, make sure to take breaks and move around throughout the day to avoid sitting for too long. Also, consider setting up a workspace that promotes good posture and ergonomics. It's important to prioritize self-care, including physical activity and stress management, while pursuing new ventures. Best of luck with your trading journey!
after a few years of trying to get diagnosed, i’m finally on vyvanse. i’ve been on it for 3ish months. its the only stimulant i’ve taken, i was on strattera & quelbree for abt a month and neither worked. i’m on 40mg & it’s still not lasting long enough, usually about 5hrs. i’m in college right now & one of my days is sitting in a class room for 6 hours. then, i have to worry about homework and studying. my dr said if i felt like i still needed to up the dose we should switch to adderall & do 2 doses. my only hesitation was that i can’t go back to being on a low dose right now, over summer i can. so, THANK YOU for bringing up the rescue dose. i’m getting a refill today so i’m going to bring this up with my doctor.
Rescue dose of ir is a game changer 👍
Throw vyvanse in the garbage. Trust me, I was on it from July 2007 - March 2020. It took so much away from me. It was fun, but it destroys your skin, your teeth, your nails, and it makes you tired in a short period
@@honesteagle98 i ended up being prescribed adderall 2 20mgs ir (it’s about to be my 3rd month on it) and it’s so much better than vyvanse. i can split up my doses and adjust as needed. i go to a general doctor in FL and they wouldn’t let me take both but i’m very happy with my decision. i personally didn’t see any differences in my skin or anything but i was only on it for 3 months & you were on it for a long time lol. i’ve always had a hard time sleeping but vyvanse helped & so does adderall! vyvanse is supposed to last 12hrs but that’s bs, i did notice that after the first 3-5hrs i’d get unmotivated and tired. they say adderall is more of an up & down and that you can feel bad once its worn off but i don’t really notice anything. i’m not sure if you’ve tried it but i definitely recommend it. thank you for your advice!!
@@honesteagle98 wait what? I’ve never heard that. That’s terrible! So are you taking anything now and if not are you managing OK? Oh are you the one that said take tyrosine and tryptophan? Does that work?